Nimbus smart gas meter: A remarkable success story unveiled at Enlit Europe 2023

Just under one year since its launch, Nimbus has already achieved remarkable success and is scheduled for deployment not only in Italy but also in Greece by 2025, establishing new benchmarks in technology, performance, safety and sustainability.

Nimbus is designed to meet the highest industry standards and it is available for adoption by other gas distribution operators, promising to enhance their energy management capabilities with its cutting-edge features.

Since its grand reveal, Nimbus has achieved increasing consensus. In just one year, approximately 20,000 Nimbus units have been installed, highlighting the rapid adoption of this cutting-edge technology. The large-scale deployment across Italgas’s 8 million customer base will commence in the second half of 2025. This widespread implementation of these devices within the network will significantly boost the utilisation of renewable gases, marking a new era in energy management in Italy and beyond.

Nimbus has not only met but exceeded expectations, delivering on its promise of enhanced performance, safety and sustainability. The introduction of Nimbus has paved the way for increased efficiency and reduced environmental impact, making a substantial contribution to the global push for greener energy solutions.

As Nimbus gears up for its launch in Greece and other markets, its success story continues to inspire and lead the charge in transforming how we manage and consume energy. With Nimbus, the future of energy is smarter and greener. Embrace the revolution and experience the extraordinary benefits of Nimbus!

Game-changing features of Nimbus

Cutting-edge gas flow measurement

Nimbus uses state-of-the-art static, thermomass-based technology for precise gas flow measurement. Its compatibility with natural gas and methane-hydrogen blends over 20% makes it a versatile choice for the future of energy.

Built-in seismic and temperature sensors

Safety is paramount with Nimbus. Its seismic sensor and external temperature detection sensor can automatically cut off gas supply during earthquakes or fires. This proactive feature not only enhances user safety but also aids in efficient disaster management by sharing critical data with security authorities.

Sophisticated anti-tampering solutions

Nimbus is equipped with advanced anti-tampering mechanisms that instantly detect any attempts to manipulate or disconnect the device, ensuring the integrity and security of your data.

Uninterrupted communication capabilities

Leveraging NB-IoT and LoRaWAN technologies, Nimbus ensures seamless data transmission. An additional backup mesh technology channel keeps the meter connected even without a primary signal, ensuring reliable remote monitoring and management.

Exceptional longevity

With a lifespan of at least 15 years, including its batteries, Nimbus far outlasts current smart meters. This longevity means fewer replacements and a more sustainable approach to energy management.

Eco-friendly construction

Built using recycled materials, Nimbus supports environmental conservation efforts, making it a green choice for the eco-conscious consumer.

About Italgas

Italgas is a leading network tech company specialising in gas, water, energy efficiency and IT sectors. As the foremost operator in natural gas distribution in Italy and Greece, and the third largest in Europe, Italgas manages a network spanning over 81,000km, serving around 8 million customers. Through its subsidiaries in the water sector, the Group directly and indirectly serves 6.2 million people (10% of the Italian population), primarily in the Lazio, Sicily, and Campania regions.

Founded in 1837, the Group has nearly two centuries of history and is universally recognised as the company that brought gas into Italian homes, significantly contributing to the country’s economic and social development. Today, Italgas is a forward-looking company with clear growth and development objectives. It has a significant investment plan aimed at progressively expanding services and enhancing efficiencies through the adoption of digital technologies. These innovations improve network management daily and prepare the gas infrastructure for the integration of renewable gases such as biomethane, synthetic methane, and hydrogen.

About Bludigit

Bludigit is the digital company of the Italgas Group established to consolidate all IT activities. Its purpose is to further drive Italgas’ digital transformation and to offer cutting-edge solutions to other operators in the energy and infrastructure sectors, supporting and encouraging the energy and digital transition. The new organisation leverages the expertise of approximately 100 professionals, enhancing the Group’s internal efficiency and centralising its digital transformation efforts while also providing proprietary technological solutions to the market. This initiative is a natural evolution of the digital transformation journey Italgas began in 2017. It allows for further rationalisation of IT activities in terms of efficiency and cost control while developing new synergies both within and outside the Group, operating as a service provider. Through Bludigit, the Group offers state-of-the-art proprietary digital solutions, making available to other operators in the energy and utilities’ sectors the domain expertise and applications.

Italgas and Bludigit at Enlit Europe 2024
Italgas CEO, Paolo Gallo, will join a panel organised in partnership with the European Commission on ‘Coordinated Energy Infrastructure Planning,’ scheduled for Day 1 at 4:15 PM. During this session, he will emphasise the importance of infrastructure planning that realistically assesses the availability of renewable energy.

Pier Lorenzo Dell’Orco, CEO of Italgas Reti, will headline two pivotal sessions during the conference. On Day 1, from 1:15 PM to 3:15 PM, he will delve into the topic of ‘Smart Metering’, showcasing Italgas’ pioneering efforts in enhancing metering technologies. On Day 2, from 1:15 PM to 2:15 PM, he will lead the discussion on ‘The Gas Grid: Greener, Safer and Smarter’, highlighting Italgas’ strategies for advancing the sustainability and efficiency of gas distribution networks.

Bludigit’s CEO, Marco Barra Caracciolo, will present insights into ‘The expected impact of AI on the Energy Sector’ on Day 2, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. This session promises to explore how AI technologies are reshaping the energy landscape. Additionally, on Day 3, from 9:30 AM to 10:45 AM, Marco Sodero, Bludigit’s Strategy and Business Development, will discuss ‘Gas Grid Innovations: Projects and Technologies’. This presentation will showcase Bludigit’s latest advancements and initiatives aimed at enhancing gas grid infrastructures through innovative projects and technologies.

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