My smart electricity bill explained

Please see the information below which will explain your smart electricity bill. 

Understanding your smart electricity bill

Below is a guide to help you understand the different parts of your smart residential electricity bill.
Each numbered section is highlighted in the bill example.*

Your plan, meter details and current balance

  1. Account details
    Here you’ll find your bill address, account number, your plan name, and (if applicable) your contract end date.
    If you’re not currently in contract, a contract end date will not be shown.

  1. Meter information
    This section displays your meter number, MPRN (Meter Point Reference Number), and your meter configuration details (DG, MCC, and Profile codes).
    DG (Distribution Group) helps us understand your expected energy consumption.
    MCC (Meter Configuration Code) tells us the type of meter you have.
    Profile is used to predict your consumption pattern.

  1. Bill payment information
    This area shows your total amount due and the date your payment will be taken.
    If your account is in credit, the amount will display CR next to it.
    You’ll also see confirmation of your payment method here.

Your bill breakdown

  1. Your electricity usage and charges
    This section shows your billing period (from–to dates), and breaks down how your electricity was used and charged by time band (Day, Night, and Peak).
    It includes:
    Quantity (kWh) used per time band
    Unit rate (cent per kWh)
    Amount charged per band
    A subtotal is displayed before additional charges are applied.

  1. Charges, taxes and discounts
    Here you’ll find:
    The standing charge, which covers fixed costs for providing your supply
    The PSO Levy (Public Service Obligation), supporting renewable energy generation in Ireland
    Any discounts applied, such as affinity or loyalty discounts
    VAT, shown separately before the final total

  1. Adjustments, previous bills and payments
    This section shows any credits or corrections, your previous bill amount, and payments received before calculating the new total due.

  1. Total
    This is your total amount due, including all charges, taxes, and discounts.
    If you pay by direct debit, the date it will be taken is shown above.

Meter reads and consumption

  1. Your smart meter reads
    This section provides a detailed breakdown of your smart meter readings and electricity usage.
    You’ll see your readings split by Day, Night, and Peak time bands, showing:

    The last bill and current bill readings
    The total kWh used in each time band

    The time intervals for each band:
    Day: 8am–5pm / 7pm–11pm
    Night: 11pm–8am
    Peak: 5pm–7pm

    Readings may be:
    A – actual reading taken from your smart meter
    C – customer reading you’ve provided
    E – estimated reading from ESB Networks

 

Please note:

  • If you want to view and download your bill see How to view and download my bill online?
  • If you submit your own reads, they must be accepted by ESB Networks to appear on your next bill.
  • This graph compares your electricity usage (kWh) during this billing period with your previous year’s consumption and the average residential customer (where data is available for 12+ months).

*The figures used in the images are for illustrative purposes only.