Siemens Energy (Erlangen, Germany) and eMeter Corp. (San Mateo, California, U.S.) have partnered to market the Energy IP management software for processing meter data. Siemens will be implementing the eMeter software at energy retailers and distribution network operators, using its global sales structure.

Energy IP enables meter data management solutions to be realized and interfaced to existing information systems of power suppliers and network operators. These solutions are implemented in collaboration with suppliers of remote-readable meters and IT system integrators. Siemens will provide the project and support services as required. The strengths of Energy IP include an open software architecture and proven scalability, as well as comprehensive meter data management functions. In addition, the software manages the collation of meter data from different sources, preparation of meter data for various functions (such as billing) and the management of data download to meters.