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Power Magazine recently ran an article that takes a look at the 2009-2010 Platts/Capgemini Utilities Executive Study that was just recently released in July. 106 senior executives were asked questions regarding the power generation industry, particularly regarding the advent of smart grids and their effect on those in our field. For those that don't know (and if you don't, I'm surprised you read this blog), a smart grid is a system of electricity deliverance that uses computer feedback and collected data to make sure that people are getting the most efficient amount of power for their needs while taxing the power supplier less. It keeps them from sending out too much power that would otherwise be wasted. The article from Power Magazine had this to say:
"The executive summary notes that 45% of respondents' companies have a smart grid strategy in place, while 52% said their utility has one in development. "Over two-thirds of participants also said they expect their smart grid strategies will change over the next five years as a result of evolving technologies." Full smart meter implementation has been reached by 37% of respondents and advanced meter infrastructure (AMI) by 35%."
The gist of the article is that full, nation-wide implementation of these smart grids is possible in the near future, but would require more cooperation from suppliers and technology vendors. By getting a 100% implementation rate of smart meters in American homes, not only will those in the power generation field save money, but the American public will save money as well. For those in our field, this is a goal that we should definitely be striving for.
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