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Speeding the adoption of smart meters and smart appliances

May 10, 2010 | Ed Pazmino
Speeding the adoption of smart meters and smart appliances
As the Smart Grid infrastructure is put in place, a wave of technology innovation will also sweep the home, introducing Smart Appliances that will enable consumers the necessary tools to reduce their carbon footprint. The opportunity is unprecedented as not only as businesses and consumers stand to benefit but the planet as well. The following paper provides detail on the Accent ASMgrid offering and how it can be applied to meet the challenges faced from Smart Meter to Smart Appliance manufacturers in terms of differentiation while reducing cost.







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