Smart Grid Industry News Roundup: 02/09/2010

Smart Grid Industry News Roundup: 02/09/2010

Don’t miss some of the most popular Smart Grid news stories from across the industry during the first week of February:

Report: Government Rules Delaying Smart Grid Evolution
This article from Smart Grid online offers insight on a recent study from NanoMarkets that found the stall behind the evolution of the Smart Grid is government policies and regulations – particularly the National Standards and Technology (NIST).

What’s Driving Utilities to Adopt Smart Meter Technology?
A brand new report discusses the drivers for adoption of smart meter technology in Western Europe and North America, and provides insight on the technologies comprising advanced metering infrastructure.

Smart Meters to Jump to 212 Million in 2014
A new report from ABI Research suggests that the predicted rise in smart meters – up front 76 million in 2009 – is in part due to a $3.4 billion boost from U.S. economic stimulus grants during the past year.

NIST Framework and Roadmap for Smart Grid Interoperability Standards
Get a firsthand look at the initial framework for standards for developing a secure, intelligent energy grid released by NIST.

Smart Grid Coalition Presents Views to House Democratic Caucus
In mid January, representatives of the Demand Response and Smart Grid Coalition (DRSG) presented their views on Smart Grid development, job creation and economic recovery to 200+ members of the House Democratic Caucus.

Check back next Tuesday for the latest Smart Grid Industry News Roundup.