On Tuesday President Barack Obama announced the award of Smart Grid investment grant to spur renewable energy sources and stimulate the economy.

The City of Tallahassee Utilities was selected to receive 8.9 million dollars to help customers manage their power use and save money. This Smart Grid system includes the installation of 220,000 smart meters and other smart grid devices. The money will also be used to install smart thermostats.

via City of Tallahassee Utilities Grant.

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