Complementary Pike Research Market Report from Accent - Smart Meters:
An Opportunity Overview
The modernization of the world’s electricity generation, transmission, and distribution system into the so-called “Smart Grid” is one of the great challenges and opportunities of our time. This is a cornerstone of the long-term transformation of the world’s energy infrastructure, leveraging renewable generation and smart efficiency capabilities to address a wide range of world’s energy, climate, and political issues. Smart meters that can collect, communicate, and ultimately help control electricity usage by and for consumers, are a key part of this enhanced infrastructure. This infrastructure will include a wide range ‘smart devices’ within homes and businesses, creating a large opportunity for meter and device makers. This paper reviews the drivers, trends, technologies, and design challenges associated with smart meters and some related devices.
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