The Agency for Science, Technology and Research’s (A*STAR) Experimental Power Grid Centre (EPGC) has opened in Singapore to support Singapore’s goal of a smart energy economy through cutting-edge research and research collaborations with local and international partners. The research efforts are intended to develop future commercialized energy technologies in electrical power networks, energy distribution and Continue reading →
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Imagine using a single screen to save energy and money throughout the home. No more paying for air conditioning when you’re not around, or having unused TVs draw current all night — now you simply set your house to stop wasting energy automatically. A display shows you just how much you’re saving, and how you Continue reading →
The Smart Grid—the next-generation energy distribution network now being rolled out—offers something for everyone: Greater transparency and lower costs for consumers. New opportunities for technology providers, appliance and consumer electronics makers, and power utilities. A smaller carbon footprint for the planet. But there’s a catch: none of it will happen unless consumers actually embrace and Continue reading →
The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet is now taking proposals for new so-called smart grid energy distribution projects in the state. The Cabinet has $2.65-million in stimulus funds to distribute for smart grid proposals. Project director Bob Amato says they’re hoping to fund five or six demonstration projects. via 89.3 WFPL | Energy Cabinet Accepting Continue reading →
