http://news.prlog.org/tag/smart-meters/smart meters - Latest News (Press Releases) - Read news before it's newsen-us3600 http://www.prlog.org/12136124-businesses-may-be-missing-trick-with-their-smart-meter-technology-says-opus-energy.htmlNew research from B2B energy supplier, Opus Energy, suggests that UK business owners are not making the most of energy meter technology, despite the government’s directive that businesses must have an advanced or smart meter installed by 2020. http://www.prlog.org/12121231-kamstrup-selected-for-comprehensive-smart-grid-project-in-finland.htmlÅland power distributor opts for a complete Omnia Smart Grid-system to upgrade its meter reading system to a complete Smart Grid including 15,000 smart meters, a wireless communication infrastructure and software for meter data management http://www.prlog.org/12077294-kamstrup-cooperates-with-elster.htmlKamstrup announced today an agreement with Elster that allows for co-operation between the two smart metering providers http://www.prlog.org/12030267-will-the-nv-puc-be-the-death-of-nevadas-growth-over-smart-meters-and-increasing-rates.htmlNV PUC's decision to deploy smart meters called into question over suppressed information regarding meters safety. NV PUC's Commissioners selective information being challenged by anti smart meter advocates. http://www.prlog.org/12029877-smart-grid-funding-misspent-on-obsolete-technologies-says-new-report.htmlBillions spent with taxpayer dollars on “smart meters” will not lead to U.S. sustainability; Place citizens and economy at risk http://www.prlog.org/12028786-south-east-water-awards-contract-for-up-to-120000-boundary-boxes-to-elster.htmlModular and scaleable design offers multiple options for lid and surface box arrangements to one of the leading operators of water services in the UK http://www.prlog.org/11987726-upgrading-power-grids-to-smarter-grids.htmlFleming Gulf's 2nd Annual Smart Grids And Smart Meters Summit to be held on 8th & 9th October 2012 at the Park Rotana, Abu Dhabi – U.A.E. http://www.prlog.org/11980072-dnv-kema-energy-sustainability-joins-the-energy-utilities-alliance.html“DNV KEMA will play an important role within the EUA, particularly at such a crucial time for smart metering." http://www.prlog.org/11978228-health-experts-caution-about-smart-meters.htmlMore than 50 scientists and medical professionals from 20 countries call for precaution regarding deployment of wireless “smart meters." http://www.prlog.org/11971600-inelegant-electric-power-grids-smart-grids-understanding-the-challenges.htmlThe smart grid will address massive challenge via an intelligent network infrastructure, which optimizes energy distribution through interconnected networks of always-on, two-way data systems between power providers and consumption locations http://www.prlog.org/11971124-the-wireless-sensor-network-for-what.htmlA new West Technology Research Solutions report forecasts relative growth of emerging wireless sensor network protocols. http://www.prlog.org/11937080-middle-east-smart-grids-new-capital-new-innovations.htmlFleming Gulf to host 2nd Annual Smart Grids And Smart Meters Summit, 08 - 09 October 2012, Park Rotana, Abu Dhabi http://www.prlog.org/11911758-san-bernard-electric-relies-on-sensus-technology-for-service-excellence.htmlTexas cooperative to deploy FlexNet smart utility network and 24,000 meters http://www.prlog.org/11904884-global-smart-meter-market-to-reach-7bn-in-2012-according-to-latest-visiongain-report.htmlVisiongain has determined that the value of the global smart meter market will reach $7bn in 2012. http://www.prlog.org/11876366-security-luminary-dr-taher-elgamal-joins-tlc-secure-inc-advisory-board.htmlCritical Infrastructure security solutions provider TLC Secure, Inc., today announced one of the most distinguished experts in the industry, Dr. Taher Elgamal, has joined the company's advisory board. Dr. Elgamal is the inventor of SSL. http://www.prlog.org/11875249-smart-grid-partnership-between-kamstrup-and-tekla.htmlKamstrup A/S and Tekla Corporation have made an announcement regarding close collaboration to increase the amount of information utilities receive on their distribution networks. http://www.prlog.org/11863216-smart-grid-technology-helps-fpl-deliver-more-affordable-reliable-electricity-to-customers.htmlBryan Olnick, FPL vice president of Customer Service for Smart Grid Solutions, discusses the roll out of smart grid technology and the benefits for FPL customers. Through April 2012, more than 3.2 million of FPL’s 4.6 million customers have smart.. http://www.prlog.org/11829108-does-nv-energy-the-nv-public-utilities-commissioners-have-an-agenda-against-the-developing-fetus.htmlNV Public Utilities Commissioners placing the unborn fetus at risk for preventable health concerns, by approving installation of smart meters. http://www.prlog.org/11819996-kamstrup-announces-core-smart-grid-functionality.htmlThe Smart Grid solutions provider Kamstrup today announced their recent innovation in consumer involvement and demand side management: http://www.prlog.org/11816309-giiresearchcom-us-demand-for-smart-meter-products-and-services-to-reach-44-billion-in-2016.htmlDemand for smart meters will increase more than twelve percent annually to $3 billion in 2016 http://www.prlog.org/11809574-new-release-of-kamstrups-smart-grid-head-end.htmlKamstrup has released version 2.6 of its head-end system UtiliDriver® - A Smart Grid Head-end/Advanced Metering Infrastructure for large deployments http://www.prlog.org/11744672-metadigm-expands-utility-services-business-with-opening-of-dallas-office.htmlMetadigm Services announces the opening of an office in Dallas. The utility services company continues to grow at a rapid pace with the anticipation of adding 100 or more employees across Texas. http://www.prlog.org/11743517-kamstrup-takes-next-smart-grid-steps.htmlNew analysis and surveillance features add more intelligence to the Smart Grid. Two new features contribute to more visibility in the grid and to further elimination of the human factor in grid operation and supply service. http://www.prlog.org/11743171-why-is-nv-energys-smart-meter-grant-associated-with-the-dods-research-development-division.htmlNevada's power conglomerate, signs onto a grant with the military, customers in a state of confusion. http://www.prlog.org/11737224-energy-demand-and-efficient-management-to-boost-the-smart-grid-market-in-china-finds-netscribes.htmlNetscribes (India) Pvt. Ltd. launches Smart Grid Market in China 2011 report covering a market with strong growth potential. The report is part of Netscribes’ Power Industry Series. http://www.prlog.org/11712527-top-utility-gathering-in-sydney-next-week.htmlAusgrid MD George Maltabarow will deliver the opening keynote at the meeting of some 600 top utility professionals from around Australia and New Zealand in Sydney from Tuesday 8-10 November. http://www.prlog.org/11707629-ampla-light-and-guas-guariroba-win-metering-international-amrica-latina-excellence-awards.htmlThe Brazilian utilities Ampla, Light and Águas Guariroba have been awarded the Metering International’s Excellence Awards for Latin America for 2011. http://www.prlog.org/11698133-how-rwe-are-making-electric-vehicles-reality-in-europe.htmlElectric Vehicles will play a significant role as a storage facility of renewable energy according to Joerg Lohr, Senior Manager E-Mobility at the global utility leader RWE Effizienz. http://www.prlog.org/11694155-ieee-smart-grid-interoperability-protocol-to-be-launched-at-metering-latin-america-in-sao-paulo.htmlThe IEEE 2030™ protocol which will support the accelerated rollout of the smart grid in Brazil is to be launched officially at the upcoming annual Metering Latin America in Sao Paulo from 25 October. http://www.prlog.org/11693904-npower-business-energy-customers-say-energy-red-tape-must-be-scrapped-or-simplified.htmlNpower has revealed that business energy customers believe that energy red tape must be scrapped or simplified to ensure future investment. http://www.prlog.org/11691359-sensus-joins-enernex-and-ornl-to-heighten-cyber-security-in-smart-meters-with-new-fx-technology.htmlPartnership develops new technology of behavior computation to help detect vulnerabilities in smart meter software http://www.prlog.org/11642627-metering-latin-america-in-sao-paulo-in-october-as-multi-million-smart-meter-rollout-looms.html“We are living in interesting times in the energy market in Brazil”, says Adriano Rehder, the project director of the annual Metering Latin America, taking place in Sao Paulo from 25-27 October. http://www.prlog.org/11641529-smart-utilities-australia-new-zealand-in-sydney-in-november-to-look-at-global-lessons-learnt.htmlAustralia and New Zealand’s top utility professionals will meet in Sydney in November to explore new ways to improve reliability, quality and security of water and electricity supply in a cost-efficient and customer-friendly way. http://www.prlog.org/11624530-wireless-sensor-networks-in-smart-meters-market-with-uncertain-impact.htmlA new West Technology Research Solutions report includes coverage of all significant emerging wireless sensor network technologies and applications. http://www.prlog.org/11624131-the-future-of-energy-metering-is-wireless.htmlKamstrup presents its comprehensive wireless metering solutions on Metering Europe 2011. A dedicated approach to wireless technologies is paying off as still more utilities opt for wireless metering systems. http://www.prlog.org/11622181-metering-europe-looks-at-how-utilities-can-meet-smart-meter-targets-by-2020.htmlThe continent’s utility industry will take urgent stock in October during the annual Metering Billing/CRM Europe conference and expo in Amsterdam with more than 4000 smart metering experts from utilities, energy regulators and technology suppliers. http://www.prlog.org/11600326-municipal-smart-grid-summit-msgs-underway-with-tendril-ceo-adrian-tuck.htmlMSGS opens its doors for the inaugral Municipal Smart Grid Summit with welcome keynote address from Tendril CEO, Adrian Tuck. Keynote title: "Engaging Consumers Beyond the Meter: Rules of the Road" http://www.prlog.org/11592252-nv-energy-elihu-richter-md-mph-on-smart-meters.htmlElihu D Richter MD, MPH (Assoc Professor), Hebrew University-Hadassah, School of Public Health and Community Medicine, Unit of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Medical Epidemiologist, member of Collegium Ramazzini, on Smart Meters. http://www.prlog.org/11590065-nv-energy-science-versus-hyperbole-on-smart-meters.htmlInternationally renowned scientists warning against the health risks associated with smart meters being deployed. http://www.prlog.org/11588969-did-nv-energy-notify-investors-that-their-smart-meters-were-never-tested-for-human-safety.htmlNV Energy's deployment of smart meters raises concerns over the lack of verifiable health studies on their safety. http://www.prlog.org/11566306-discuss-next-generation-smart-grid-communications-at-smis-telecoms-for-smart-grids-2011.htmlConnectivity of energy networks is paramount, and no one understands this more than public and private network providers. The question is - do utilities use Public or Private Networks? http://www.prlog.org/11513181-smart-meters-have-potential-big-benefits-and-big-risks-says-consumer-focus.htmlSmart meters could bring big benefits for customers if done right, but pose big risks if done wrong. This is according to Zoe McLeod, energy expert for Consumer Focus who will address the upcoming Smart Metering UK & Ireland conference in London. http://www.prlog.org/11502541-smart-meters-that-build-smart-cities.htmlTelepathx sets pricing for DA smart meter, smart cities licensing Platform seen boosting global AMI/ AMR uptake http://www.prlog.org/11479503-internet-protocol-ip-connectivity-key-development-driver-of-smart-metering-and-home-area-networ.htmlA new WTRS report evaluates current market dynamics and requirements for emerging WSN technologies in Smart Metering and HAN (Home Area Network) applications. Report includes coverage of significant market participants and industry alliances. http://www.prlog.org/11443198-smart-utilities-survey-reveals-lack-of-confidence-among-smart-utilities-professionals-regarding-2020.htmlEnergy & Utilities IQ has recently conducted a survey aimed to assess the thoughts and concerns of smart utility industry professionals about the 2020 target regarding smart utilities set by European governments. http://www.prlog.org/11425769-major-uk-utilities-and-decc-to-discuss-smart-meter-roll-outs-at-smart-metering-uk-ireland-in-june.htmlE.ON, British Gas, EDF, ESB and RWE nPower will engage with Richard Leyland of the Department of Energy and Climate Change in London in June, on the implementation of smart meter roll plans during the annual Smart Metering UK & Ireland conference. http://www.prlog.org/11421664-fascinating-conversation-with-bob-gohn-and-others.htmlInteresting conversation with smart grid experts regarding smart grid trends. http://www.prlog.org/11362682-smart-grid-nice-to-have-or-must-do-exclusive-podcast-from-lee-krevat-sdge.htmlAn exclusive podcast from Lee Krevat, Smart Grid Director, SDG&E on: Smart Grid: “Nice to have” or “Must Do” is being released today by Smart Grid Update. http://www.prlog.org/11305395-smart-grid-technology-conference-2011-full-agenda-and-speaker-lineup-announced.htmlSmart Grid Update announces the launch of its 2nd Annual Smart Grid Technology Conference being held in San Jose, CA June 1st & 2nd. Topics include Telecommunications, Cyber-Security, Standards, Distribution Automation, and much more. http://www.prlog.org/11237688-eon-and-recycling-lives-find-future-for-redundant-meters.htmlEnergy company E.ON has joined leading commercial recycler and social welfare charity Recycling Lives to reuse or recycle up to 1.5 million old gas and electricity meters.