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About EMA
Our Energy Story
Consumer Information
Regulations & Licences
News & Events
Partnerships

About EMA

Who We Are

Learn about EMA’s leadership, milestones and accomplishments.

Board Members
Corporate Structure
History
Our Service Commitment
Corporate Social Responsibility
Our Role as Power System Operator

Join Us

Explore the career, scholarship and internship opportunities available in EMA.

Careers
Scholarships
Internships

HIGHLIGHTS

VISION, MISSION AND VALUES

Forging Towards a Clean Energy Future for Singapore

CAREERS

Learn How You Can Be A Part of the Exciting Energy Sector

Our Energy Story

Overview

Discover how the Singapore Energy Story sets the vision towards a net-zero energy future.

Energy Supply

Gain insights into the four switches that power Singapore’s economy and our daily lives.

Solar
Regional Power Grids
Low-Carbon Alternatives
Natural Gas

Energy Demand

Discover ways to enhance energy efficiency and lower your carbon footprint.

Non-Residential Consumers
Residential Consumers

Energy Grid

Explore how EMA ensures a reliable and secure energy supply for everyone.

Virtual Power Plants
Energy Storage Systems
Grid Digital Twin
Micro-Grids

Energy Market Landscape

Learn about the intricacies of Singapore’s energy market structure and operations.

Electricity Market
Gas Market

HIGHLIGHTS

FEATURE STORY

A Look Inside Singapore's Electricity Market

REGIONAL POWER GRIDS

Importing Low-Carbon Electricity

ENERGY GRID

Find Out More About VirtuaL Power Plants

Consumer Information

Electricity

Get tips on buying electricity and protecting your family from electrical hazards.

Buying Electricity
Electrical Safety
Electricity Conservation
Engaging Licensed Workers

Gas

Learn about purchasing gas and safeguarding your family against gas hazards.

Buying Gas
Gas Safety
Engaging Licensed Workers

Solar

Access information on installing solar panels at your home and selling excess electricity to the national grid.

Solar Installation Guide
Solar Generation Profile
Solar Irradiance Map

HIGHLIGHTS

MEDIA RELEASES

New Residential Demand Response Pilot Programme

BUYING ELECTRICITY

Learn About Your Options When Buying Electricity

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

All Homes Must Have A Residual Current Circuit Breaker

Regulations & Licences

Regulations

Stay up-to-date with the latest regulations, policies and frameworks governing the energy sector.

Acts & Regulations
Policies & Frameworks
Standards & Guidelines
Enforcement Decisions
Market Operations

Licences

Learn about the licences that EMA issues to different stakeholders in the energy sector.

Worker Licences
Installation Licences
Industry Licences

Regulatory Publications

Read about the Codes of Practice and Circulars that EMA publishes to regulate the energy sector.

HIGHLIGHTS

FRAMEWORKS

How Do Vesting Contracts Work?

WORKER LICENCES

Applying for an Electrical Worker Licence?

News & Events

News

Get all the latest news and announcements by EMA.

Feature Stories
Media Releases
Speeches
Forum Replies

Events

Stay informed about EMA’s flagship events.

HIGHLIGHTS

FEATURE STORY

10 Things to Know About Singapore's Energy Story

MEDIA RELEASE

New Initiatives to Harness Demand Flexibility

MEDIA RELEASE

Conditional Approval Granted to Import Electricity from Australia

Partnerships

Calls for Proposal

Collaborate with EMA in co-creating innovative solutions for the energy sector.

Consultations

Give your comments and feedback on EMA’s policies and regulations.

R&D Engagements

Discover how EMA works with stakeholders to catalyse new and innovative digital technologies.

Talent Development

Learn about EMA’s efforts in nurturing talent and cultivate interest in the energy sector.

HIGHLIGHTS

CONSULTATIONS

Power Sector Carbon Capture and Storage Grant Call

CONSULTATIONS

Decision on Emission Standards Framework

GRANT CALLS

Award of Second Energy Storage System Grant Call

eSERVICES

Get quick access to EMA’s services for application of worker licences, scholarships and more.

e-Licence Information Services (ELISE) Portal

Energy-Industry Scholarship Portal (EIS)

Online Survey System (OSS)

EMA Scholarship Portal (BrightSparks)

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Electricity Supply and Meters

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Electricity Supply and Meters

What are advanced electricity meters?

Advanced electricity meters, also known as advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) meters, are digital meters which allow electricity consumption to be registered at half-hourly intervals. To empower households to use electricity more efficiently, advanced electricity meters will be installed across Singapore by 2026. Visit this page to find out more about the metering options.