The promise of the smart grid is to move from demand destruction to value creation. But how do we get there?
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The Cambridge, U.K.-based startup is seeking to bring its energy management devices into homes as an add-on to its home security systems – a strategy shared by others in the field.
The company helps farmers shut down water pumps to meet utility peak energy demand reduction goals, as well as control center-pivot irrigation systems for increased efficiency.
Utilities can use high-tech smart grid systems to cut down on low-tech energy costs, says Oracle’s Linda Jackman.
The Boston-based company reported its first profitable quarter as a public company. That may be good news for smart grid prospects on public markets.
By signing up for solar and wind power, utilities have to invest in energy storage. There are many options, but most are pricey.
Intel is eager to be a player in the home energy management market, and says consumers will turn to TV for displaying their energy consumption data.
The big California utility has to think regionally when planning smart grid projects like plug-in vehicle charging systems, says PG&E’s Andrew Tang.
PCS Utilidata says its real-time voltage/VAR can help utilities fix distribution grid inefficiencies in real time.
Silver Spring and Grid Net are fighting for the future of the grid. Utilities are revamping their grids for solar. And more.
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