Energiakaarta
Energiakaarta is a term used to describe a card-based or digital wallet system designed to identify and manage energy usage for households, businesses, and public programs. In its most common form, the energiakaarta can be a physical card with a microchip or a mobile app that stores energy credits or a consumer’s account information, and it interfaces with smart meters and utility back-ends.
Purpose and function include enabling payment for energy services, participation in time-of-use pricing or demand-response programs,
Implementation varies by region but is typically deployed by utilities, energy service companies, or government programs.
Limitations and challenges include privacy concerns, cybersecurity risks, and the digital divide. Interoperability between meters, providers,
See also: smart meter, dynamic pricing, energy subsidy card, energy wallet, demand response.