Connecticut residents who have the number or app for Eversource on their phones just in case they have to report an outage may no longer need them, thanks to new technology it’s planning to roll out.

The energy company says it plans to install Advanced Meter Infrastructure smart meters, which monitor and offer customers real-time information about power use and outages, pending approval of Connecticut’s Public Utilities Regulation Authority.

“With the current electric meters across the state nearing the end of their useful life, conditions are favorable to engaging on the quickest, efficient pathway to accomplish these goals for Connecticut customers. The energy company started implementing AMI in Massachusetts earlier this year and is prepared to work with regulators to make this program a reality for Connecticut customers,” a release from the company said Thursday.

According to Eversource, the new meters could help customers cut down on their electricity usage and save money. The company also seeks to change the rate structure, however, potentially based on time of use.

“The AMI technology also paves the way for Eversource to collaborate with PURA and other regulated electric operations companies to establish a new rate structure that would allow for costs to be based on peak times and lower usage periods,” the release said. “Customers would also be able to set usage and bill alerts, letting them know when their bill reaches a certain dollar amount or a certain kWh usage, so the customer could adjust accordingly.”

More information about Advanced Metering Infrastructure and the Eversource proposal is here.