Utilities and governments around the world are investing billions of dollars into upgrading the existing analog electric, gas, and water grids into two-way communication networks capable of optimizing distribution and reducing costs for consumers. The long-term objective is a sustainable and affordable fruition of energy, gas, and water.
The key component of all Smart Grid initiatives is a pervasive IP-network to connect smart appliances and meters in homes and offices with electricity producers. Thanks to this network, the usage patterns of each resource can be optimized based on its availability on the grid.
