Solar power has always had a reputation for being expensive, but not for much longer. In India, electricity from solar is now cheaper than that from diesel generators. The news – which will boost India’s “Solar Mission” to install 20,000 megawatts of solar power by 2022 – could have implications for other developing nations too. Continue reading →
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The energy revolution might not necessarily be televised, but it will increasingly be monitored, measured and automated to push “intelligent efficiency” up to once-unimaginable levels. For an idea of what that revolution could look like, consider a cluster of around 30 commercial and industrial buildings in an area west of London. Part of a £30-million Continue reading →
Alan Woodham is enjoying an enviable retirement. Aged 60 he and his wife like to travel as much as possible. In the mean time their home is left empty – which in the winter could mean burst pipes, and an insurance nightmare to return home to. via BBC News – Smartphones, the internet and the Continue reading →
The widely shared objectives of energy security, reduced emissions and continued economic growth are dependent on the development of a smart grid capable of delivering energy efficiency and demand response, as well as integrating renewable and variable sources of energy, according to a new report from Oracle. via www.metering.com | Smart grid underpins energy revolution Continue reading →
A revolution is coming in the way we get and use power. In pilot studies, homeowners are already discovering exciting money-saving opportunities. via Smart Grid Test – Con Edison Smart Grid – Aubrey Braz – thedailygreen.com.
