Smart Meter Radiation Risks
Posted by: Vidya, Editor
Are Smart Meters health hazards? Smart Meter radiation emissions are both greater in volume and more frequent than power companies admit, according to more and more independent EMF specialists measuring them. And consumers are getting concerned.
What Are Smart Meters?
Smart Meters are electric and gas meter reading devices being installed all over the US as a first step in creating a national smart grid. Designed to enhance energy efficiency and make widespread adoption of renewable energy easier, Smart Meters are radio transmitters that communicate data from homes and businesses to the gas and electric company through a matrix of radio signals. They allow people to measure and monitor their own energy consumption in order to reduce it.
Controversy about Smart Meters
Large groups of citizens are complaining that their Smart Meters are over-billing them. Public meetings are being held over the country to discuss this, and many cities have come out in favor of a smart Meter moratorium until the issue is resolved.
Smart Meters Health Risks
But now there are growing numbers of activists who are protesting against Smart Meters for another reason. They contend that the radio frequency (RF) Smart Meters emit is harmful to human health. People living with the meters are claiming mild to severe symptoms that are all over the board: Concentration and memory problems, dizziness, tinnitus, heart palpitations, headaches, sleep disruptions, nausea, anxiety and behavioral problems in children.
People are especially concerned about certain groups who are vulnerable to Smart Meter health risks, such as children (who absorb radiation at a greater rate than adults), electrosensitive people, people with pacemakers, and chronically ill people whose immune systems are compromised.
Unclear Answers about Smart Meter Radiation Levels
Power companies seem to be unable to give consistent, believable answers about either how frequently Smart Meter radiation is emitted—or what the peak power is of the radiation signal at certain distances. Some representative say the meters transmit RF six times a day; others, once an hour. Independent RF specialists have measured them every 45 seconds, or even twice in a minute.
As for peak power of Smart Meter radiation signals, there is even more confusion. Power companies maintain that the RF transmissions are well within FCC standards, that they transmit data for only a fraction of a second and are far weaker than other everyday radio frequency emitters, such as cell phones, cell towers and Wi-Fi.
Putting aside for a moment the debate over the safety of even these “everyday” RF emitters, there’s reason to doubt these assurances from power companies that Smart Meters are safer than these other devices. Independent environmental EMF consultants have found that peak pulses are far greater in intensity than the “average pulse” that many utility companies claim—sometimes up to 1000 times more powerful than a cell phone.(1) Because of the skewed and inaccurate way in which they figure the number of pulses per minutes, their figures of an “average” pulse is greatly reduced.
Indeed, assurances of utility companies are reminiscent of promises that have been made over the years by plastics and chemical manufacturers who initially claimed that what they were producing was safe.
Thermal and Non-Thermal Effects of Smart Meter Radiation
But aside from any of this, what’s important to understand is that the FCC safety standards are based only on thermal effects of radiation, meaning: How high can radiation go before the body tissues start cooking? Research has shown that the thermal effects of microwave radiation are not the only effects to be worried about. There are also non-thermal effects of RF that are very concerning.
One of the most informative reports written on the subject is the Bioinitiative Report of 2007. Authored by 15 scientists, researchers and health policy professionals, this report clearly documents evidence that numerous health problems are created by exposure to RF, including DNA breakage and cancer—and this, at levels far below the FCC standards. The report is recognized by the European Parliament, the European Environment Agency, and the Breast Cancer Fund, among others.
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Toxicology Program have also studied the effects RF on human health. Their updated results are that, among other things, RF can significantly increase the risk of glioma, a deadly brain tumor.
Protection Against Smart Meters Health Risks
There are no warning signs about health risks that come with a Smart Meter. And at this point, you can’t opt out. But it seems advisable, that if you have been suffering from any unexplainable ailments since the installation of your Smart Meter, you might want to look into finding protection against the RF emitted by the meter.
EarthCalm has the Solution.
EarthCalm has a highly effective solution for preventing health risks from Smart Meters: the Home EMF Protection System. This product not only provides protection against EMFs coming from your Smart Meter, but also from those emanating from your electrical grid and all your appliances, as well. It offers a three-step process, so that electrosensitive people and others with chronic health issues may gradually adapt to its full power with comfort.
There’s no need to wait to see if the Smart Meters controversy about health risks is ever resolved. With the 90-day, money-back guarantee that EarthCalm offers, you can test the Home EMF Protection System for yourself and see how much better you feel.
Footnote:
(1) This information was procured by writer, Caitlin Esch, in conversation with Cindy Sage, co-author of the Bionitiative Report of 2007. “Are SmartMeters Dangerous Too?” http://www.eastbayexpress.com/ebx/are-smartmeters-dangerous-too/Content?oid=1939740
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June 8th, 2011 at 11:54 pm
SMART METERS LINKED TO CANCER.
Utilities & Health Departments based previous safety claims on World Health Organization (WHO).
But June 1 2011, WHO says Wireless Smart Meter radiation is linked to CANCER (possible human carcinogen – same as Lead, DDT, etc), and that means it also damages bodies & brains (including children’s) in many ways, other than cancer.
1. WIRELESS SMART METERS – 100 TIMES MORE RADIATION THAN CELL PHONES.
Video Interview: Nuclear Scientist, Daniel Hirsch, (5 minutes).
http://stopsmartmeters.org/2011/04/20/daniel-hirsch-on-ccsts-fuzzy-math/
2. WIRELESS SMART METERS – CANCER, NERVOUS SYSTEM DAMAGE, ADVERSE REPRODUCTION AFFECTS.
Video Interview: Dr. Carpenter, New York Public Health Department, Dean of Public Health, (2 minutes).
http://emfsafetynetwork.org/?p=3946
3. THE KAROLINSKA INSTITUTE IN STOCKHOLM (the University that gives the Nobel Prizes) ISSUES GLOBAL HEALTH WARNING AGAINST WIRELESS SMART METERS.
2-page Press Release:
http://www.scribd.com/doc/48148346/Karolinska-Institute-Press-Release
My apologies to people who alerted us sooner to the dangers of Wireless radiation. I was arrogant and ignorant in calling them tin-foil heads.
June 21st, 2011 at 3:01 pm
Site your source from WHO. I found nothing on their website indicating that radiation from the smart meters lead to cancer.
June 21st, 2011 at 9:45 pm
Hi Katie,
Thanks for your comment.
The World Health Organization/International Agency for Research “classified radiofrequency electromagnetic fields as possibly carcinogenic to humans…” The RF EMFs include all wireless technologies. The new announcement is based on an increased risk for a type of cancer which brings the whole subject under closer scrutiny.
August 19th, 2011 at 8:35 am
I learned a lot from this post, great help for me, thank you!
September 15th, 2011 at 6:34 pm
BC Hydro installed a new smart meter on my home without my permission a few weeks ago. Since then……. 2 dogs had seizures, one died. We have ringing of the ears (new) anxiety (new) and a guest dropped on the floor. I am demanding that they remove this device.
September 15th, 2011 at 9:59 pm
Barby, I’m so sorry to hear of these serious reactions to your newly installed smart meter! You are not alone–for many people the consequences are truly devastating. I sincerely hope your request for removal is honored. Thank you for taking a stand! EMF protection products may be your next choice for safety. Feel free to call Customer Service if we can help or answer any of your questions. Best of health to your family and friends.
October 16th, 2011 at 4:53 pm
My daughter had a smart meter installed in her home just 2 weeks ago (without her permission) and since then all have had sickness like flu and one is having panic attacks and sleeplessness…I will write local hydro company from a lawyer letter to hydro company requesting it not be installed in my home. I have respiratory issues and am older…I study alternative health…my friend who runs a health store not impressed either…
October 19th, 2011 at 12:41 am
Joan, you’re in good company. Thousands of people are protesting Smart Meters for health reasons. Your daughter and family might really benefit from the Scalar Home Protection System. It’s helped so many people with this very issue. The good thing is that EarthCalm offers that 90-day guarantee. If the family doesn’t feel improvement and become convinced on their own, there’s nothing lost, on the other hand there might be a great deal to gain! The best of health to all of you.
November 4th, 2011 at 5:04 am
I encourage everyone who feels that Smart Meters cause health problems to buy EarthCalm products as a cure – for whatever you feel Smart Meters are doing to you. Since Smart Meters emit several orders of magnitude less energy than the cell phones you (and millions of others) use daily, EarthCalm’s placebo be just the trick for your psychosomatic symptoms.
Further, as EarthCalm presents no information that your diabetes, Alzheimer’s, cancers, high blood pressure,… will be cured – or even mitigated in the slightest – beware. Please see a real doctor…
November 10th, 2011 at 9:21 pm
Thanks for your comments, Rusty. You really highlight the volatile nature of the much debated topic of smart meters.
For every research study proving smart meter safety you’ll find another proving their hazardous health effects. As the power companies go forward with nationwide installation, organizations take legal action to have installation banned or, at the very least, optional. It may not be solved to everyone’s satisfaction anytime soon.
And just as some people have serious chemical or food allergies while others have no such sensitivities to anything at all, the same appears to be the case with smart meter issues and EMFs in general. Does anything work for all people, regardless of the “proven” status? It does all come down to personal experience in the end.
EarthCalm makes no curative claims. Customers have reported mild to astonishing results from using EMF protection. We encourage people to try our products for 90 days and decide for themselves. No hype, no hard sell, easy return policy.
The best of health to you.
January 26th, 2012 at 10:29 pm
You are trying to present this as a serious treat and have a snake oil “full cell phone radiation protection” link in your sidebar? This is nothing but a scam to sell your product.
January 31st, 2012 at 7:53 pm
Thomas, thank you for reading our post.
There is indeed, much controversy over the safety of smart meters. There is convincing data on both sides and the high stakes, doubt, fear and unclarity make an emotionally charged mix.
It would make things much easier if the scientists agreed, if the data was consistent and if there weren’t monetary and fear issues involved. Instead, we’re each left having to have to decide for ourselves.
For many people health is taken for granted. Thousands who experience electrosensitivity don’t have that luxury. They experience in their own bodies severe symptoms with the installation of a smart meter. And they feel relief with the use of a quality EMF protection device. We trust individual personal experience and we have hundreds of grateful customers. And when it isn’t the answer, we happily honor our 90 Day-’Try it Yourself’ Guarantee.
March 6th, 2012 at 4:16 pm
Dear Earthcalm Personnel,
I had a smart meter installed without my consent or knowledge. I have been turning off my house’s electricity at the circuit breaker box as much as possible. Does that protect me and my cats from the smart meter?
FYI, I will be using part of my tax refund to buy your products. I work in an IT Dept with more sources of EMF than I want to think about. There is no escape from radiation for me. Thank you for your information in advance. I look forward to your reply.
Kathleen
March 7th, 2012 at 4:53 pm
Hi Kathleen. Although we don’t have information that turning off the circuit breaker would solve the smart meter radiation problem, it certainly can’t can’t hurt. There’s no battery to keep it running if the current is off. My guess is that you’re able to feel a difference, in your stress level or sleep…some people even report changes in their pet’s behavior. However, there is still the problem of other people’s smart meters in the area. A new product, the Torus is about to be released specifically for use with smart meters and other wireless devices.
You’re right, there is no escape from radiation. Most of us at EarthCalm and many of our family members and close friends are around technology everyday and have all personally benefited from an Omega WiFi plugged into our computer, or wearing a Nova Scalar Resonator, so you won’t have to worry in the IT department. Take advantage of the expertise of our Customer Service staff. They can guide you to the products that fit your exact needs.
The best of Health to You.
March 12th, 2012 at 4:45 pm
To the Editors:
Here is the link the IARC found:
“The largest retrospective case-control study to date on adults, Interphone, coordinated by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), was designed to determine whether there are links between use of mobile phones and head and neck cancers in adults…The researchers concluded that biases and errors limit the strength of these conclusions and prevent a causal interpretation. Based largely on these data, IARC has classified radiofrequency electromagnetic fields as possibly carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B), a category used when a causal association is considered credible, but when chance, bias or confounding cannot be ruled out with reasonable confidence.”
I think there is a high chance that earthcalm is biased and confounded.
March 12th, 2012 at 4:52 pm
Hi Jenny, Thanks for reading. We refer to this study and provide a link to it on the post Cell Phone Radiation and Cancer_New Study by WHO.
Most of us would like definitive answers about most things in life. Scientific studies don’t agree on the issues of EMF safety. Why should we be surprised? Conflicting data isn’t unusual. The debate about fluoride still isn’t unilaterally solved, despite new studies showing that it diminishes IQ. And even after extensive research “proving” the safety and efficacy, prescription drugs are pulled off the market. The safety of genetically modified foods and food additives, the truth about global warming, along with many, many other topics all have 2 sides standing firm on their scientific proofs and opinions.
Part of the problem is that life so is wonderfully complex. In studies there’s seldom a way to isolate for every single contingency. So, it isn’t that unusual to find a connection but not be able to rule out all other possibilities that could account for that connection.
We hear from so many people who are electrosensitive. They tell us about the profound changes in their health when their smart meters were installed. Perhaps that does bias our opinion. We trust their experience. And yes, we’re often confounded: Why is it so many feel the effects of EMFs, and others apparently don’t?