This document proposes a novel design for a user-responsive smart meter integrated with an automated energy management system (EMS) within a supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA)-interfaced smart grid. The system introduces distributed smart meters that intelligently notify consumers of power consumption rates and behaviors to encourage energy savings. It also isolates faulty or illegal supply connections. The design includes current and potential transformers connected to a programmable logic controller and monitoring unit, with communication enabled by Zigbee and a consumer notification system using LED, buzzer and SMS. The aim is optimized energy management within households and industries to better manage loads and prevent demand peaks in the smart grid.