Meterpedia Glossary
August 7th, 2009
Smart Grid
Combines traditional power hardware with sensing and monitoring technology, information technology, and communications to enhance electrical grid performance and support additional services to consumers. (from Wikipedia) The Smart Grid is an electricity transmission and distribution network with a parallel communications network and digital meters, sensors, and controllers that enables utilities to use renewable energy sources and reduce outages while empowering consumers with pricing choices, detailed information, and automated appliances to save money, energy, and carbon emissions. (from Smart Grid Watch)
