Honeywell and Verizon Business have announced a strategic partnership to integrate Verizon 5G connectivity into Honeywell’s smart meters, enabling utilities and consumers to remotely access critical energy data. This collaboration aims to optimize energy management, improve resource efficiency, and reduce strain on power grids.
Advancing Smart Meter Technology with 5G
The newly 5G-enabled Honeywell smart meters will offer utility companies a highly secure and reliable cellular network for transmitting real-time data on energy consumption, grid conditions, and equipment performance. This data can be fed into platforms like Honeywell Forge Performance+ for Utilities, enhancing operational insights, providing real-time energy demand forecasts, and improving overall grid reliability and resilience.
TJ Fox, Senior VP of Industrial IoT and Automotive at Verizon Business, emphasized the importance of secure, reliable connectivity in smart meters, stating that it simplifies resource monitoring, reduces waste, and lowers utility management costs. As the energy sector undergoes rapid transformation, connected capabilities will play a crucial role in handling increasing energy demands while minimizing outages and maintenance disruptions.
Leveraging AI, Cloud, and 5G for Smarter Energy Distribution
According to Amol Motivala, President of Honeywell Smart Energy, integrating AI, cloud computing, and 5G connectivity is revolutionizing energy distribution by enabling real-time, autonomous grid management. By utilizing Verizon 5G, Honeywell’s smart meters can deliver deeper insights into grid performance, ultimately enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Industry expert John Marcus, Senior Principal Analyst at GlobalData, highlighted the growing adoption of IoT solutions in utilities, noting that cellular-connected intelligence is becoming essential for grid monitoring, operational efficiency, and energy management. This trend is particularly significant as the demand for electric vehicle charging infrastructure and smart energy solutions continues to rise. 5G’s security and reliability make it an ideal solution for enabling smart energy management and reducing grid strain.
Key Benefits of 5G-Connected Smart Meters
The integration of Verizon 5G offers several advantages:
✅ Remote upgrades for new features and applications, extending the lifespan of smart meters
✅ Reduced need for on-site maintenance, minimizing service disruptions
✅ More reliable utilities and fewer outages for customers
✅ IoT management via Verizon ThingSpace, allowing utilities to monitor the health and performance of their entire IoT device network in one unified platform
By combining Honeywell’s expertise in smart energy solutions with Verizon’s advanced 5G connectivity, this partnership is set to modernize the utility ecosystem and drive the shift toward a more efficient, intelligent, and resilient energy grid.
