Articles

• Eastern protocols and the pan-Asian energy network

  An ambitious plan to connect energy systems from China to Australia raises the question of whether such grand designs could help shape the nature of smart grid protocols in the region.

  Wed, 2012-01-18 13:13
• Turning power grids into communication highways

  Smart grid operators need to find ways to turn power networks into communications networks. And there is no shortage of options.

  Wed, 2012-02-01 14:25
• Consumer demand response market to transform utilities into service companies

  Utilities have a critical need to get consumers to help out with demand response. But what’s in it for the person on the street?

  Sat, 2012-02-18 16:35
• Iberdrola’s network spend to boost smart grid objectives in Spain and US

  The Spanish utility Iberdrola is continuing to pump money into its distribution network as it gears up for widespread smart grid deployment.

  Wed, 2012-02-29 15:18
• Why consumers go for the Green Button

  Has the Green Button finally given US utility customers an easy way to grasp the benefits of smart grid technology?

  Wed, 2012-03-14 17:30
• Consumer-focused education campaigns could ramp up meter sales and consumer good will

  A well thought out consumer-focused smart meter education campaign can pay off nicely in terms of smart meter uptake, lower CO2 levels and customer-utility goodwill. See how some campaigns have been more successful than others and why.

  Wed, 2012-03-28 14:32
• Should utilities opt for smart meter opt-outs?

  Whether or not you are going to be forced to have a smart meter is a matter of local regulations. But giving customers a get-out clause might work in favour of utilities.

  Wed, 2012-04-04 05:51
• EC energy infrastructure: tackling challenges with smart grid networks

  The European Commission has recognised that Europe needs better energy corridors between countries. But what impact will policies and chosen technologies have on the smart grid projects within them?

  Wed, 2012-04-11 03:57
• Can off-grid power products become the next big consumer trend?

  Is off-grid solar a viable market for PV and handheld smart energy device developers? We look at some of the latest off-grid projects across the globe--both small scale and sophisticated--to see this segment's benefits and challenges.

  Wed, 2012-04-18 07:07
• Smart grid’s role in a low-carbon California

  California has one of the most ambitious carbon reduction targets in the world. Smart grids will be absolutely essential in order for the state to meet its objectives.

  Wed, 2012-04-25 14:56