Smart Energy Meter with Load using ESP32

Abstract: One of the most important resources in contemporary living is electricity, but conventional meters offer little visibility and no real-time use control. Energy waste, delayed invoicing, and manual reading continue to be significant obstacles. A smart energy meter with load control based on communication and microcontroller technologies is presented in this project. The system uses sensors that are interfaced with a microcontroller to measure voltage, current, and power usage. For local monitoring, the gathered data is shown on an LCD. It can also be wirelessly sent to a server or mobile application. When consumption reaches a predetermined level, appliances can be automatically turned off thanks to an integrated load control mechanism. To inform the user of unusual consumption, buzzer/LED indicators are used to produce alerts. This project's main goals are to guarantee effective energy consumption, cut down on waste, and assist demand-side management in small businesses and families. The suggested solution is ideal for smart grid integration in underdeveloped nations since it is affordable, easy to use.