4. This data lets you better manage
your usage for optimal efficiency
and savings.
Smart meters or, Advanced Metering Infrastructure,
collect real-time usage data that
Utilities and programs then report to consumers.
6. Demand Response: Capability of smart grid
technologies to reduce electricty use at peak
times.
Consumers may be compensated for
participating in these actitives (in addition
to standard savings) and compatible
smart applicances allow you to program
preferences.
8. Lighting: Smart LED
bulbs make your lights
more energy efficient
Almost all Smart
Devices may be
controlled via app or
online.
Appliances: smart upgrades to
washer/dryers, fridges and ovens
mean cost-effective usage
scheduling
Thermostats: Notable examples--The Nest
or Apple HomeKit. This tech lets you
schedule temp preferences, reducing energy
costs.
Outlets: track energy
use, project costs and
turn off from your phone.
12. Distributed Generation (DG): generating
power in (or near) the same place that it's
used; smart grid improvements to grid
stablitity = more DG use.
DG systems include: solar panels,
wind turbines, batteries and natural
fuel or diesel powered generators
14. As the dream of a
smart grid quickly
becomes reality,
software keeps up
with new demands
15. Opower
Meter Genius
AllConnect
Cloud-based software that
works with utilities to help
consumers lower energy
use and carbon
emmisions.
PayGo
Payment solutions that let
Utilities provide customers
with PrePay options to
manage and set a monthly
usage budget.
Simplified search that lets
you switch TV, Internet,
electric & more with a
single online visit or call.
Customer portals with
energy management
tools. smart device
connected; rewards based
on what time-of-day
electricity is used.
16. Green Button
safely download your
energy data
For Efficiency Programs,
Virtual Energy Audits, Fact
Based Service Deployment &
more.