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Smart Grid Privacy, Smart Grid Tech Evolution & More : 09/07/2010

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:00:18 +0000

Here are some of the most interesting stories on Smart Grid and smart meter technologies you might have missed this past week:

The Smart Grid…It’s for More than Electrons
The intricate and technical distinction between the old electrical grid and the Smart Grid are discussed in this article. This is an information packed post that explains how we need to extend our thinking about the Smart Grid to encompass all aspects of it, and all applications.

Department of Defense Preparing Smart Grid Micro-Grid Technology Demo
The United States Department of Defense believes that today’s electrical grid is at an unacceptably high risk of extended outages. As such, they are deploying new technologies for a Smart Micro Grid that is much more defensible and can operate alone for longer periods of time. This article has more on their beliefs and plans.

What is the Future of Privacy with Smart Grids?
This article asks a very important question that’s on the front of everyone’s mind when it comes to Smart Grid tech: What is the future of privacy? The revolutionary aspects of the Smart Grid are discussed and how privacy concerned may be addressed.

Studies Showing Stimulus Funds and Smart Grid Deployment Huge in Mergers & Acquisitions
Growth is being seen across the utility and energy generation sector when it comes to mergers and acquisitions. New studies are finding that stimulus funds and Smart Grid technology deployments are going to play a significant role in mergers and acquisitions going forward.

Smart Technology & Evolution in a New Energy Economy
Energy is evolving and so too is the method in which it’s sold, stored and delivered. This post is about the turning point smart technologies are at right now, and what the implications will be when things start truly changing.

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Smart Grid Benefits, Local Smart Grid Jobs & More: 08/31/2010

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:00:07 +0000

These were the stories on Smart Grid and smart meter technologies we found most interesting from this past week:

What are Some of the Many Benefits of the Smart Grid?
Whenever the topic comes up, people’s first reaction is to ask what the benefits of Smart Grid technology will be. This article goes into detail some of the best and brightest benefits that will come when widespread adoption of Smart Grid technology takes place.

Could More Local Jobs be a Byproduct of Smart Grid Technology?
The benefits are always discussed in terms of energy conservation and financial savings, but could there be more with Smart Grid tech? Some think that an influx of local jobs might be a direct result of Smart Grid technology starting to increasingly spread.

Customer Engagement: The Key to Smart Grid Success?
Will it be the financial savings or the energy conservation that eventually leads to the overall success of the Smart Grid? Many experts believe that it might actually be customer engagement in the Smart Grid that eventually leads to its success and widespread adoption. Read more in this article.

Can The Smart Grid be Turned into an Information Superhighway?
An interesting question posed in this article: Can the Smart Grid be tweaked and customized to become an information superhighway? Many believe that the technology is perfect for not only transmitting energy, but also great deals of information. This is an interesting read.

GridWeek Announces International Summit & Secretary Locke’s Keynote
Some exciting news as not only the keynote by U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gary Locke has been officially announced, but the entire International Summit is scheduled. October 18^th, 2010 is the official day, so start marking your calendars!

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Smart Grid Industry News Roundup: 08/24/2010

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 23:20:19 +0000

Check out these, our favorite and most interesting stories on Smart Grid and smart meter technologies from this past week:

The Necessity of Smart Grids: Why We Should Care
Ever wondered what all the hype and hoopla surrounding Smart Grid technology is? This article shows exactly why Smart Grids are not only worth the hype, but a necessity. This is a great way to get fresh insight on what is going to be the future of energy consumption and management.

Fortifying the Smart Grid with Micro-grids and Security
Securing the Smart Grid no doubt tops the list of the most major concerns facing Homeland Security and the Department of Energy. This fresh alternative idea to securing the Smart Grid offers up the idea of using multiple micro-grids to minimize the damage that could be caused by any kind of cyber attack.

Gas Meters are Getting Smart Too!
It’s not just electrical meters that are jumping on the Smart Meter/Smart Grid bandwagon. Looks like gas meters are getting a heck of a lot smarter too and predictions are showing the growth could be huge. If predictions hold, smart gas meters could grow from 8.5 million in 2009 to over 36 million in 2016!

Is it Merely Smart Meters that Define the Smart Grid?
An interesting question is posed in this article as to whether or not it’s just smart meters that truly define the Smart Grid and its installation. With all of the possibilities that come from the marriage of IT and telecommunication with energy meters and its technology, its highly likely smart meters will only be part of the equation.

How are Utilities Getting Ready for the Smart Meter Customer Experience?
Smart Meters are coming; that much we know is true. Whether or not local, regional and state utility companies will actually be ready is another question entirely. This article has great data on what changes are being made by utilities and what steps are going to be made to ensure the smart meter customer experience is nothing but positive..

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Power Play (BBC Radio)

Trilliant Incorporated — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 16:23:28 +0000

Power Play (BBC Radio)

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ABB Invests in Trilliant to Expand Access to Communications for Distribution Automation

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 16:23:37 +0000

ABB Invests in Trilliant to Expand Access to Communications for Distribution Automation (Transmission and Distribution World)

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Smart Grid Industry News Roundup: 08/17/2010

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 14:46:50 +0000

Here are some of our favorite and most interesting stories on Smart Grid and smart meter technologies from this past week:

Solar & the Smart Grid
A great deal of interesting insight and information on how solar power and the Smart Grid might become a perfect marriage of technology and energy conservation. What changes will need to take place and what some of the benefits could be are covered.

Trilliant Named AlwaysOn Winner!
Amazing news as Smart Grid communications provider Trilliant has been named as one of the AlwaysOn Global 250 winners. The award recognizes leadership, innovative approaches and technologies. Plenty more information on this prestigious award is in this great article.

Smart Grid Operations Management Software to Grow 65% over 5 Years
More brilliant news that growth in the Smart Grid market is scheduled to grow by steady and healthy margins over the next 5 years. Looks like predictions are showing that Smart Grid operations management software markets are set at 65% over the next half decade.

Reliability and the Smart Grid
There are a great deal of debates about the reliability of the future Smart Grid. Two schools of thought with two different beliefs but if done right many predict that the new Smart Grid could be far more reliable and steady than the current.

The Data Center Perspective on the Smart Grid Transition
Will the transition to the Smart Grid enable utilities to better manage power distribution and give their customers the ability to control their own consumption and cost? The technology and data center perspective on all of the behind-the-scenes technology is extremely interesting and covered in this article.

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Smart Grid Industry News Roundup: 08/10/2010

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 10 Aug 2010 15:04:26 +0000

Check out some of our favorite and most interesting stories on Smart Grid and smart meter technologies from this past week:

More Info on Trilliant Landing $106 Million in Funding & Central Maine Power
Even more in-depth coverage of Trilliant’s exciting news about landing $106M in funding and landing Central Maine Power as a new client. CMP is the state’s largest utility and Trilliant will help provide end-to-end communications mesh networks and a smart meter infrastructure to all of its customers.

How Will The Smart Grid Handle Heat Waves?
Interesting insight into exactly how the new Smart Grid will handle times of extreme energy demands like heat waves that often cripple the country over the summer. To satisfy huge demands, the Smart Grid must truly be “smart” and adjust to the fluctuations.

Local News Coverage of Central Maine Power’s New Smart Grid Project
Broad coverage is one thing, but it’s so great to see local news coverage of Central Maine Power’s new Trilliant-run Smart Grid project. Included in the short piece is the time span it will take to complete and the fact that once done it will create about 2,000 jobs!

Protecting Your Smart Grid
Cyber security is the topic in this great article as to how features will enable protection of the Smart Grid. The article is written by two experts in security and IT compliance so it covers where current standards are, as well as how they will be applied in the near future.

10 Things I’ve Learned About the Smart Grid
10 awesome facts and insights about Smart Grid and all of its technologies from a writer on GreenBiz.com. This article is a great dip into the world of Smart Grid technology and offers some great information.

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Trilliant Named AlwaysOn Winner

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 17:39:29 +0000

Trilliant Named AlwaysOn Winner (SmartMeters.com)

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Smart Grid Industry News Roundup: 08/03/2010

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 14:24:31 +0000

Here were some of the stories on Smart Grid and smart meter technologies we found most interesting and enlightening this week. Check out what you might have missed:

Trilliant Wins One Against Friis Equation
Trilliant’s use of 2.4 GHz for their RF mesh NAN has always set them apart. With their recent win at Central Main Power, it’s showing many people that the Friis Equation that has traditionally proved that communications will travel further at 900 Mhz (what other companies use) than 2.4 GHz, is not all encompassing and that real-world experience matters much more.

Consumer Impressions of the Smart Grid
Here is a brilliant study that shines a great deal of light on what consumers all around the world actually thinks about the Smart Grid. The survey asked people’s impressions on spending money to make improvements to today’s energy infrastructure and came back with exciting percentages on the positive side.

New York To Study Smart Grid Regulatory Policies
The New York State Public Service Commission has reportedly initiated a study as to what regulatory policies will best promote the development of the Smart Grid. Seeing the great potential, their Chairman believes that first studying the policies and regulations needed, will help make sure all bases are covered before its implementation.

Trends for Smart Grid Adoption
A new report has been issued as to what some of the trends of Smart Grid adoption are and what they could be. The report goes into some detail about how companies envision business opportunities in the Smart Grid and goes on to cover a pretty broad range of potential applications.

Smart Grid Spending Could Reach $46 Billion By 2015
More information here about how some new studies are reporting that spending on the Smart Grid and smart meter technology could reach a massive $46 billion dollars by the year 2015. If true, this would be a huge leap in only 5 years.

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Smart Grid Communications Provider Trilliant Named 2010 AlwaysOn Global 250 Winner

Trilliant Incorporated — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 21:07:28 +0000

Trilliant Incorporated, a Smart Grid communications provider and leader in delivering solutions that enhance energy efficiency, utility operations, and renewable resource integration, today announced that it has been chosen by AlwaysOn as one of the AlwaysOn Global 250 winners. Inclusion in the AlwaysOn Global 250 signifies leadership amongst its peers and game-changing approaches and technologies that are likely to disrupt existing markets and entrenched players in the Global Silicon Valley. Trilliant was selected by the AlwaysOn editorial team and industry experts spanning the globe based on a set of five criteria: innovation, market potential, commercialization, stakeholder value, and media buzz.

“After examining the companies that are on the AO Global 250 list, it’s obvious that innovation is not only alive and well in the Global Silicon Valley, it’s accelerating in economic power and scope,” said Tony Perkins, founder and editor of AlwaysOn. “The companies certainly represent some of the highest-growth opportunities in the private company marketplace.”

The AlwaysOn Global 250 winners were selected from among thousands of domestic and international technology companies nominated by investors, bankers, journalists, and industry insiders. The AlwaysOn editorial team conducted a rigorous three-month selection process to finalize the 2010 list.

“It is very gratifying to be recognized by the AlwaysOn community,” according to Andy White, President and CEO of Trilliant. “The Smart Grid is still in its early stages, but we are proud of the role that Trilliant has played in helping utilities deploy Smart Grid communications solutions that showcase the impact on operations and energy efficiency.”

Trilliant provides utilities around the world with comprehensive, secure, standards-based, and real-time Smart Grid communication network solutions. Trilliant has over 200 utility customers, including Hydro One in Ontario, Canada. Hydro One has deployed Trilliant’s Smart Grid communications to over 1.1 million customers in support of the largest operating time-of-use billing program in the world. Trilliant’s multi-tier Smart Grid architecture which connects utility distribution, metering, and consumer energy management devices, remains the industry’s only fully integrated end-to-end Smart Grid communications solution.

Trilliant and the other AlwaysOn Global 250 companies were honored at AlwaysOn’s eighth annual Summit at Stanford University on July 27th at the Frances C. Arrillaga Alumni Center at Stanford in Palo Alto, CA.

A full list of all the AlwaysOn Global 250 winners can be found on the AlwaysOn website at: http://www.aonetwork.com/AOStory/Announcing-2010-AlwaysOn-Global-250

About AlwaysOn
AlwaysOn is the leading business media brand networking the Global Silicon Valley. AlwaysOn helped ignite the social media revolution in early 2003 when it launched the AlwaysOn network. In 2004, it became the first media brand to socially network its online readers and event attendees. AlwaysOn’s preeminent executive event series includes the Summit at Stanford, OnMedia, OnHollywood, Venture Summit Mid-Atlantic, OnDemand, Venture Summit Silicon Valley, Venture Summit East, GoingGreen Silicon Valley, and GoingGreen East. The AlwaysOn network and live event series continue to lead the industry by empowering its readers, event participants, sponsors, and advertisers like no other media brand.

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Central Maine Power is gearing up to start work on its Smart Grid

Trilliant Incorporated — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:40:43 +0000

Central Maine Power is gearing up to start work on its Smart Grid (WLBZ)

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Smart Grid Industry News Roundup: 07/27/2010

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 19:58:12 +0000

Here were some of the stories on Smart Grid and smart meter technologies we found most interesting and enlightening this week. Check out what you might have missed:

Smart Meter Installs to Surpass 31 Million by 2016?
New reports are in that claim that by 2016, the number of smart meter installations in the world will surpass the 31 million mark. This massive increase could greatly improve accuracy in measurement and billing as well as reduce water consumption.

An Open Source Smart Grid Primer
Here is an amazingly in-depth report and analysis that acts as a primer to the idea of an open source Smart Grid. The primer faces everything from the challenges an open Smart Grid will face to the road to achieving it.

Smart Meters to Save Household Electricity in U.S.
New studies with exciting new data that show that by using smart meters, American consumers could cut their electricity use by as much as 12% and save $35 billion dollars or more over the next two decades.

Track Your Local Smart Grid Projects
A new website, still in beta, is doing its best to help you track Smart Grid projects all around the country. Whether they are local to you or just in nearby states, this is a fantastic way to track the nation’s move towards a Smart Grid.

More on Trilliant’s Raising of $106 Million
More information from Earth2Tech about Trilliant’s impressive feat of raising over $106 million in funding to put towards Smart Grid and smart meter technology. This is a great article about Trilliant’s latest news.

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Smart Grid Industry News Roundup: 07/20/2010

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:39:19 +0000

Check out some of our favorite stories on Smart Grid and smart meter technologies this week. Here’s what you might have missed below:

Smart Grid Projects in 90% of U.S. States?
Studies are in and showing some seriously impressive and surprising numbers concerning Smart Grid projects across the country. New numbers show over 135 projects in 44 states and two territories. Wow.

Does The Smart Grid Need to be Smarter?
An extremely important question being asked about the Smart Grid…does it need to be smarter? A new study by the American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy is saying that for maximum potential, utilities will have to go beyond Smart Meter technology and implement a great deal of energy-use feedback tools.

Gauging the Pros and Cons of Smart Meters
With any grand plan to save energy and improve something at the same time, there are going to be pros and cons. That’s exactly what this article is discussing as the good and the bad of smart meter technology is being analyzed.

Trilliant Raises $106 Million of Capital
Amazing news as Trilliant has officially raised $106 million from a global syndicate of industry and financial leaders. The funds will be used to enhance energy efficiency, utility operations and renewable resources integration with the Smart Grid. Great news from this press release.

Department of Energy Launches Smart Grid Web Portal
In an attempt to educate as many people as possible about Smart Grid technologies, the U.S. Department of Energy has started a new Smart Grid Information Clearinghouse Website. It’s a long name for a web portal that is trying to provide information on technology, standards, rules, use cases, training and best practices for Smart Grid tech.

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Trilliant Raises $106 Million of Capital

Trilliant Incorporated — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 07:05:53 +0000

Trilliant Incorporated, a leader in delivering Smart Grid solutions that enhance energy efficiency, utility operations, and renewable resource integration, today announced that it has closed financing totaling $106 million from a global syndicate of industry and financial leaders.

The financing round was led by two highly-respected financial investors, Investor Growth Capital (the wholly-owned venture arm of Investor AB of Sweden) and VantagePoint Venture Partners and two leading global grid-related equipment companies, ABB and GE. The financing, which was coordinated by Deutsche Bank, also includes a significant credit facility from a major venture credit provider as well as continuing financial support from existing investors MissionPoint Capital Partners and zouk ventures. The new investment will be used to finance Trilliant’s continued growth in North America and globally.

“Our new investors represent some of the largest and most trusted companies in the utility industry,” according to Andy White, president and CEO of Trilliant. “Their combined industry experience, financial strength, and global footprint will provide us with the resources to expand our Smart Grid solutions across North America and to a global marketplace. The strength and caliber of our partners will give current and future customers confidence that they have chosen a long-term market leader.”

Trilliant provides utilities around the world with comprehensive, secure, standards-based, and real-time Smart Grid communication network solutions. Trilliant has over 200 utility customers, including Hydro One in Ontario, Canada. Hydro One has deployed Trilliant smart communications to over 1.1 million customers in support of the largest operating time-of-use billing program in the world. Trilliant’s multi-tier architecture, which connects utility distribution, metering, and consumer energy management devices, remains the industry’s only fully integrated end-to-end Smart Grid solution.

“Trilliant has demonstrated a proven track record of helping utilities successfully deploy large-scale Smart Grid solutions,” according to Dr. Albert Kim, managing director at Investor Growth Capital. “It is clear that Trilliant’s combination of product differentiation and project implementation expertise provides utilities with the most functional, expandable and cost-effective path to a Smart Grid communications network. IGC has been tracking the Smart Grid arena for many years and we have grown increasingly excited recently about the tremendous opportunities. We could not be more enthusiastic to be leading such an influential syndicate of institutional and strategic investors.”

“The global Smart Grid market represents a transformation of how utilities and consumers interact with energy supply and demand,” said Stephan Dolezalek, head of the CleanTech Practice at VantagePoint Venture Partners. “This transformation requires a combination of technological leadership, financial strength and significant corporate backing from global players. We believe that this financing and this team of participants clearly puts Trilliant at the forefront of this market and provides utilities with validated solutions and real-world expertise to realize the long-term benefits from a Smart Grid communications network.”

“Today’s utilities are looking for a unique combination of proven deployments, scalable, globally applicable solutions, and product leadership,” added Girish Nadkarni, Managing Director of ABB Technology Ventures. “We invest in companies that have technologies of strategic interest to us and as Trilliant addresses all three issues, it makes them a compelling choice. We look forward to lending our global expertise and presence to them.”

“GE and Trilliant are aligned around a common vision to modernize the power grid to support the energy needs of our 21st century society. Our companies have a shared commitment to bringing enhanced communications and information technology to our power grid. Through real-time knowledge and information sharing, a smarter grid will empower consumers to manage energy usage and costs, optimize the integration of cleaner energy sources, and drive increased energy efficiencies,” according to Luke Clemente, General Manager, Metering and Sensing for GE’s Digital Energy business. “Our investment in Trilliant strengthens our collaborative efforts to bring metering and consumer solutions to a wide variety of Smart Grid opportunities.”

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Central Maine Power Proceeds with Trilliant for Smart Grid Communications Network

Trilliant Incorporated — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 07:05:36 +0000

Trilliant Incorporated, a leader in delivering Smart Grid solutions that enhance energy efficiency, utility operations and renewable resource integration, today announced that it has completed agreements with Central Maine Power (CMP) to provide a complete Smart Grid communications network and advanced meter infrastructure solution. The company will install smart meters for all of its 620,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customer accounts beginning later this summer.

The Smart Grid deployment will use Trilliant’s SecureMesh™ communications network to provide a comprehensive high-bandwidth private Wide Area Network (WAN) and Neighborhood Area Network (NAN) that interconnects meters and other Smart Grid-enabled devices to enable consumer energy management. Trilliant’s UnitySuite™ head-end software will be used to manage the Smart Grid network. Other services include prime supply of electric meters, network design and installation services, software integration, and project management.

Trilliant partnered with leading companies to bring a best-in-class solution to the Maine project. General Electric (GE) and Landis+Gyr are providing electric meters and IBM is providing Tivoli Netcool software integrated with UnitySuite applications for robust and scalable service management of Iberdrola’s Smart Grid communications infrastructure.

CMP is part of Iberdrola USA, a group of companies serving nearly 3 million gas and electric customers in five northeastern states. CMP was awarded $96M under the Smart Grid Investment Grant program of the U.S. Department of Energy authorized under the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act. CMP’s service area encompasses roughly the southern third of the state, but accounts for nearly 80% of consumer sales of electricity in Maine. Matching funding from the corporation will bring the total investment to nearly $200M.

“We have ambitious goals to improve our service and deliver value for customers through our Smart Grid network,” said Sara Burns, CMP president and chief executive officer. “Trilliant provided the right combination of communication and metering technology to suit our needs.”

“We are thrilled to be working with a company that is part of one of the world’s largest global utilities on this leading project,” said Andy White, President and CEO of Trilliant. “Central Maine Power has an aggressive schedule, challenging terrain, and strong value commitments to their customers and shareholders. Trilliant was uniquely capable of providing not only a proven and cost-effective solution, but a future-proof Smart Grid communications network with the bandwidth and speed to improve customer service, distribution automation, and consumer energy efficiency over the long term.”

The Maine project is Iberdrola’s first Smart Grid project in the U.S. CMP expects to complete the installations by early 2012. The system will improve the company’s operations and customer service. It will also enable electricity supply companies and Maine regulators to work toward creating new benefits for consumers such as flexible rate schedules, lower energy costs, and peak demand load-shifting and load-shedding programs.

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Smart Grid Industry News Roundup: 07/13/2010

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 17:26:42 +0000

Check out some of our favorite stories on Smart Grid and smart meter technologies this week. Here’s what you might have missed below:

Can We Attract the Smart Grid to Wind Power?
Here’s an awesome video that asks the important question as to whether or not we can attract the future Smart Grid to developing wind power technology. The marriage of the two might do a great deal for energy conservation and reduced energy costs.

Just How Smart IS the Smart Grid?
Important questions being asked as many experts want to know just how smart the Smart Grid actually is. What kind of technologies might it employ and just how much information will be exchanged throughout the system? Great read about important technologies.

Why Overhyping is Better Than No-Hyping for the Smart Grid
Many believe that even though the Smart Grid is currently being hyped, or possibly over-hyped, it is much better than no hype at all. The fact remains, the more attention that is drawn to it, the more likely great technologies can and will develop.

How The Smart Grid Will Actually Work
Do you ever wonder how stuff works? This article aims to show you exactly how, once finished, the Smart Grid will actually work. From out with the old to all of the green science that will go into it, this is a fascinating update on the fledgling technology.

Smart Grid Prediction: Transmission Infrastructure Investments Could Top $600 Billion in Decade
Talk about giant sums of money! Predictions are in that over the next 10 years, investments in the high-voltage electricity transmissions industry could top $600 billion dollars. The evidence of thousands of miles of new transmission lines being built has lead to the estimates being this high.

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Smart Grid Industry News Roundup: 07/06/2010

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 19:55:45 +0000

These were some of our favorite and most interesting stories on Smart Grid and smart meter technologies this week. Check out what you might have missed below:

Smart Grid Security: Pressure On Utility IT Systems
Great article about how when it comes to Smart Grid security, the pressure is being turned up on utility IT systems. Many experts believe that all of the different IT systems and methods need to be shored up and common ground found.

Utilities to Get Smarter about Selling Smart Grid
While the Smart Grid has been the realm of talk, it’s almost here and it’s getting a lot more real. Consumers have always been a bit behind on understanding its benefits to them, however, and now is the time utilities sell it better.

Smart Grid Security To Become Multi-Billion Dollar Industry
What good is the Smart Grid if it’s left completely vulnerable? That question is leading to many industry analysts to believe that Smart Grid security will eventually become a multi-billion dollar industry over the next decade.

Energy Harvesting & the Smart Grid
A very in-depth and information packed article with exactly how energy will be harvested once the Smart Grid is up and fully operational in our country. It’s filled with graphics and information on a forum that will have even more information.

Smart Grid Technology Can Address Climate Change
While a few states like California have been introducing revolutionary energy policies to save money and emissions, could the Smart Grid do even more? If all goes as planned, Smart Grid technology might do more to address climate change than any policy to date.

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Smart Grid Industry News Roundup: 06/29/2010

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 15:02:12 +0000

Hopefully you didn’t miss any of these great stories on Smart Grid and smart meter technologies this week. If you did, check out what you missed out on below:

Smart Grid Architecture
This is a fantastic piece on how efficient Smart Grid architecture can reduce the cost of energy for consumers as well as reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Talk about ‘saving’ two birds with one stone.

U.S. DOE Searches for Smart Grid Consensus
Looks like the Department of Energy is bringing in some of those most directly involved with the building of the Smart Grid to try to come up with a consensus on what technology is most needed. We’ll see how it turns out.

What Will Come Next for the Smart Grid?
An excellent question is raised as to what exactly will come next for the Smart Grid as U.S. utilities have taken federal stimulus money and began building two-way metering infrastructure. What is next?

Smart Policies for a 21^st Century Smart Grid
With Smart Grid technology coming to the forefront, are smarter Smart Grid policies needed? This article brings up the question as to how policies might need reshaping as new technologies bring in new problems and opportunities.

Getting to the Promise of the Smart Grid
Some great personal commentary on the need to start delivering on the promise of the Smart Grid after 100 years of being passive consumers to the industry. What needs to happen to get to that promise?

The Second Wave of the Smart Grid
We know the Smart Grid is bringing about Smart Meter technology, but what will be the second wave of the promise of Smart Grid technology? This article looks into what could be the next wave.

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British Gas inks logistics deal to support smart meter rollout

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 16:49:03 +0000

British Gas inks logistics deal to support smart meter rollout (BusinessGreen)

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Smart Grid Industry News Roundup: 06/22/2010

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 16:13:21 +0000

In the event you missed out on any of the best stories on Smart Grid and smart meter technologies this week, don’t stress out, you can catch them all again right here, right now:

Smart Grid for Intelligent Energy Use
Check out this great video that shows how the widespread implementation of a Smart Grid could set up much more intelligent energy use around the world.

Faces of Recovery Act: The Impact of Smart Grid
Another excellent video that highlights the impact of the Smart Grid on consumer’s utility bills, as well as climate change and even job creation.

A Booming Market for China’s Smart Grid?
The market for Smart Grid in China is booming and Western companies are competing with the Chinese firms. What could this mean for future jobs, construction projects and energy conservation?

Venture Capital Dollars Being Aimed at Smart Grid Start-Ups
Looks like well-funded investors are starting to look towards Smart Grid start-ups as targets for their venture capital more now than ever. This could be amazing news for innovation across the entire industry.

How Will Smart Meters Benefit Commercial Customers?
The benefits of the Smart Grid and smart meters is well known for major companies and utilities, but how it will benefit commercial customers remains to be seen. This article strives to answer that.

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Smart Grid Industry News Roundup: 06/15/2010

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 15:37:53 +0000

Miss out on these interesting stories? Here’s your chance to get caught up:

Smart Grid to Maximize Economic & Environmental Benefits
Wondering exactly how the Smart Grid could maximize the benefits, both economic and environmental, in a place like California? Find out.

Smart Appliances to Help Consumers Get Smart About Energy Costs
Learn about the newest generation of energy cost reducing Smart appliances for consumers.

Will Smart Grids Change the Business Landscape for Electric Utilities?
New changes and developments in Smart Grid and smart meter technology could shake up a wide variety of industries and companies.

Will Smart Meters make Meter Readers Obsolete?
Could the need for an entire career field be completely eliminated with the upcoming wave of Smart Meters?

Many Residents Still Skeptical of Smart Grid
Smart Grid and its many touted benefits aren’t being readily adopted by everyone. Find out why some residents are still skeptical.

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Smart grid startups on M&A radar

Trilliant Incorporated — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 16:00:39 +0000

Smart grid startups on M&A radar (Reuters)

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Smart Grid, a platform for innovation

Trilliant Incorporated — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 16:04:53 +0000

Smart Grid, a platform for innovation (Power-Gen Worldwide)

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Smart Grid Industry News Roundup: 06/08/2010

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 15:55:40 +0000

Hopefully you didn’t miss these stories on Smart Grid and smart meter technologies this week? If so, see posts below:

How do Internet Pioneers Feel about the Smart Grid?
Internet pioneers share feelings – positive and negative – on the Smart Grid technology.

6 Smart Grid Hurdles We Might Be Facing
Learn about 6 hurdles many experts believe we might be facing as Smart Grid technology moves forward in this informative article.

Anxiety Mounting Among Utilities Over Communications Aspect of Smart Grid
This article explains the anxiety that is mounting as major utilities begin discussions to understand the massive amounts of data being generated.

Survey Showing Many Americans Are Confused About Smart Grid Concept
Many are hoping that while familiarity is low, impressions will remain high after they see how it works. Read more.

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Trilliant signs patent license agreement with SIPCo

Trilliant Incorporated — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 23:21:40 +0000

Trilliant signs patent license agreement with SIPCo

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Smart Grid Industry News Roundup: 06/01/2010

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 01 Jun 2010 15:51:51 +0000

Did you miss out on any of these great stories on Smart Grid and smart meter technologies this week? Check them out right now:

What Impact Would the Smart Grid Have on the U.S. Power Transmission Industry?
This article has more information on some of the Smart Grid promises and challenges that we might be facing in the upcoming future.

5 Trends To Watch in the Networked Grid
Learn about five networked grid and Smart Grid technology trends to watch out for in this great article.

The Other Face of the Smart Grid
This article has a lot more information on the ‘other’ face – the privacy issues and the fact that many believe we’ll be tracked – of Smart Grid and smart meter technology. What do you think?

50% Of U.S. Energy Utilities Developing Smart Grid?
More information about how a staggering 50% of U.S. Energy Utilities are developing Smart Grid technology as we speak and what that could mean for the years and decades to come in this article.

UK Blazing the Trail of Smart Metering at Home?
This article has some great information concerning the efforts taking place in the United Kingdom doing a great deal to advance smart metering at home. They might just be setting the standards the rest of us will eventually follow.

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Smart Grid Industry News Roundup: 05/25/2010

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 25 May 2010 16:03:01 +0000

Missed any of these great stories on Smart Grid and smart meter technologies this week? Here’s your chance to check them out again:

Smart Grid Data Must Be Protected
Many experts are arguing the need for protection on the proposed Ontario Smart Grid. Stating otherwise, data providing the ability to track consumers every movements will be problematic.

The Most Powerful Men in Smart Grid Technology
Learn more about who Smart Grid News considers the most widely heralded, powerful men in and around Smart Grid and smart meter technology.

The Benefits of the Smart Grid
Viodi.TV dives into what experts perceive as the benefits of the Smart Grid, and what the widespread implications of the technology could be upon implementation.

Possible Start-Up Pains of the Smart Grid?
Scientific American shares more information on potential start-up pains and future growing pains of the Smart Grid.

Preparing For the New Wave of Electric Cars
Read some great information on what we are doing, and what we need to be doing, to prepare for the upcoming onslaught of electric cars that will be hitting the market.

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Smart Grid Industry News Roundup: 05/18/2010

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 18 May 2010 16:58:53 +0000

These are a few stories on Smart Grid and smart meter technologies you may have missed out on this past week.

U.S. DOE is Requesting Smart Grid Research and Development
This article has more on the United States Department of Energy requesting proposals for all Smart Grid Research and Development, including the areas of interest.

Oregon Utility Gained Smart Grid Grant
The U.S. DOE has granted a $9.9 million to help implement and advance Smart Grid technology. The electrical utility currently provides the central Oregon coast with power between North Bend and Newport – making it the 4th largest in Oregon.

DOE Identifies Worst Transmission Congestion in U.S.
The DOE has identified the worst area for transmission congestion in the entire United States. According to reports, the area stretches from mid-state New York down the Atlantic Coast to Northern Virginia. Southern California’s urban centers also made the list.

Smart Grid’s Network Security Issues In Hand
More information on a Smart Grid expert panel’s claim that the industry has all network security concerns “in hand.” Beefed up designs for security are apparently in place to help counter potential threats.

Smart Grid Myths Dispelled
Information on myths surrounding the Smart Grid technology. While many believe that cyber attacks are a possibility, this article highlights the misleading nature of these media reports.

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Smart Grid Industry News Roundup: 05/11/2010

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 11 May 2010 15:17:47 +0000

Here are some stories on Smart Grid and smart meter technologies you might have missed this week from all across the industry.

Smart Grid Technology Will be Huge, But Now What?
Check out this Earth2Tech article about what will come next after we all realize just how huge Smart Grid technology will be. The implications are big.

Smart Grid Technology Facing Security and Consumer Challenges Head On
A panel in California is discussing the wide array of hurdles, from security to consumer challenges, that a digital, networked Smart Grid is potentially facing, and how to jump over them. Learn more in this EE Times article.

Obama Touts Smart Grid Technology
This Green Chip Stocks article has more on President Obama’s “Rose Garden Energy Deal” and what its implications could be across industries and the nation.

Investors Seeing Opportunities in Smart Grids and Smart Meters
Venture capitalists say there is a great deal of money to be made by companies that will focus on Smart Grid technology and smart meters. Check out this Earth2Tech article for more.

Who Exactly Will be Paying For the Smart Grid?
This article and video from Smart Planet discuss the Nordic Green conference and the all-important question of who will pay for Smart Grid and smart meter technology.

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Obama Touts Smart Grid Technology: The President’s Rose Garden Energy Deal

Trilliant Incorporated — Tue, 04 May 2010 15:54:16 +0000

Obama Touts Smart Grid Technology: The President’s Rose Garden Energy Deal (Green Chip Stocks)

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