Coercive implementation of Linky meters now compulsory for all opponents

Let's Talk About That Extra Charge on Your Electricity Bill 💸

Starting August 1st, French households that haven't accepted the installation of the mandatory Linky smart electric meter will see an extra fee tacked onto their bills. Approximately 2 million households have yet to roll with the punches, but their time is running out.

Enedis, the folks responsible for distributing electricity in France, have sent out formal notices to these households, letting them know about the impending additional charges. The Linky meter saga has been a hot topic for quite some time, with some folks praising its convenience and others fearing potential health risks associated with electromagnetic waves.

So, what's the big deal with this Linky meter? Well, it offers nifty features like accurate billing and quick fault detection. But for some, the idea of having it in their homes is as appealing as a root canal.

Despite 95% of French households now sporting the Linky meter, resistance remains. These holdouts have had a reprieve for the past two years, thanks to what's known as "reading fees." But that respite is coming to an end, with the extra charges set to begin on August 1st.

This decision stems from a ruling by the Cour de cassation, France's supreme court, in favor of Enedis. The legal showdown occurred when two users challenged the installation of the meter, but the high court sided with Enedis, referencing the European directive of July 13, 2009, which requires EU member states to implement an intelligent electricity metering system.

So, just how much extra cash are we talking about here? For customers who submit their consumption index to Enedis or schedule an appointment to do so, the extra cost will be approximately 6.48 euros every two months, or 38.88 euros per year. For those who haven't provided any data for over a year, an additional 4.14 euros every two months applies, bringing the total extra cost to 63.72 euros per year.

There's one exception to these charges: households where installation is impossible for technical reasons. But, according to the Energy Regulation Commission (CRE), such cases are rare.

If you're looking to cut down on your electricity bill, the CRE suggests an app that could help you out. The app provides tips on how to reduce energy consumption and, by extension, your electricity bill.

In the grand scheme of things, the extra cost for resisting the Linky meter might not seem like a big deal. But for those two million households, it's a fight they're choosing to stand by. And while it's their right to make that choice, their pocketbooks will feel the pinch starting August 1st.

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Enedis is the entity responsible for managing and maintaining France's power grid and electricity distribution.
TF1 is a French television channel.

In the context of theContent about the upcoming fees for French households not using the mandatory Linky smart electric meter, here are the two sentences that incorporate the words 'label' and 'sports':

Some households might choose to adopt a label, such as an energy-saving label, to offset the additional charges triggered by not installing the Linky meter, utilizing the smart features it offers for more accurate billing.
Meanwhile, for those looking to distract themselves from the Linky meter debate, they may find solace in following their favorite sports on TF1, France's popular television channel, whereas the meter saga continues to unfold.