Delivering the Promise of the Smart Grid

摘要

Cell phones offer much more than mobile communication. Tailored applications allow users to access information and entertainment on the go. These applications unlock the full potential of cell phone technology and will drive most of its incremental value in the future. Now, think of the smart grid of the future. Todays electric grid is old, outdated and needs an upgrade, but what applications will unlock its full potential? How will the industry evolve to a model that can capitalize on the full potential of distributed resources, fully responsive load and a massive fleet of electric vehicles?