Abstract
This Energy Insights report provides an overview of the intelligent grid and
studies the implications of intelligent grid technologies for utilities. The
report answers questions such as:
- What is the intelligent grid, and what technologies contribute to it?
- Who is currently implementing intelligent grid technologies around the world?
- Why are intelligent grid technologies being adopted at their current pace?
- When should utilities prepare for the intelligent grid, and what actions should they take?
"As for the intelligent grid's future, it is not a question of whether
companies will implement these new technologies, but rather when the grid's
information technology revolution will take place. Because of many challenges
still surrounding the intelligent grid, the 'revolution' will likely be more of
a slow 'evolution.'" - Rick Nicholson, vice president, Energy Insights