When it comes to new directions in market-wide consumer energy use decisions and choices, change doesn’t come easy. The smart grid evolution is poised to change the “consumer-to-grid” dynamic. But how – and how quickly – will customers respond and adapt? A smart energy demonstration center is helping make the C2G connection.

The smart grid revolution is sparking debate over consumer privacy. It’s a huge concern that seems to be taking a back seat to the focus on cyber security. Yet privacy is a crucial discussion to elevate. Agreement on what data should be considered “private” and what should be considered “utility property” is needed. And this [...]

As the US makes the largest single investment in grid modernization in its history, how well equipped the nation is to further energy efficiency, reduce energy bills and strengthen system reliability depends, in part, on the quality of consumer end-use information.

KEMA is assisting the City of Glendale, California with its implementation of an advanced metering infrastructure and meter data management system (AMI / MDMS). The project is a first step in Glendale Water & Power’s smart grid roadmap.

Smart grid investments are on the rise. Strategic choices are needed today for effective investment for the future. For smart grid, need to understand opportunities and barriers for full scale deployment and smarter messaging for consumers.