Linky continues to highlight the concerns of certain consumers. On February 19, 2019, more than 120 people requested injunctive relief from the Paris court against Enedis-connected meters. Reuters. In other words, the suspension of mandatory installations to comply with the precautionary principle.
Linky collects personal data
If Linky is accused of setting fires or being harmful to health due to the waves, another argument is put forward here: the collection and use of personal data. “Enedis today is an energy distributor, but aims to be an information broker and a player in big data”lawyer Me Christophe Léguevaques explains.
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That’s why, alongside his colleague Me Arnaud Durand, they are trying to underline that Enedis wants to use the information it collects for purposes not foreseen in the agreement. The company itself brags about it to investors to gain traction. Enedis also explains that he was able to collect it in a document. “1800 billion rows of data per year” and one “360 (degree) view of the customer” 35 million Linky meters installed.
“If this action is successful, it will be a way for those who don’t want Linky in their home to place themselves under the protection of justice.”, says Me Christophe Léguevaques. For now, Enedis always had the last word in court.
