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smart grid Last modified: Friday, August 14, 2009
A type of power grid that uses digital technology to deliver electricity to consumers. Using digital technology helps the grid to operate more efficiently and also helps consumers to save energy and costs while reliability of the grid is increased. Smart grids are considered to be "green technology" and are more environmentally friendly although often more prone to cyber attacks.
Alliance to Save Energy The Alliance to Save Energy strives to be the world's premier organization promoting energy efficiency to achieve a healthier economy, a cleaner environment and greater energy security. Black Hat Reveals Tech Grid Holes In April, a report came out claiming that the current US electrical grid, without the smarts - is also at risk from attack. What Is the Smart Grid? Expectations for the Smart Grid are great and will be realized through advances in each of the six value areas described in this article.	Related Categories Computer Science Green IT Related Terms ASE CAIFI enterprise EPEAT green computing Green IT grid PLC power line networking Power Usage Effectiveness smart grid Products : Top Store Offers: Home Everything  4469.00DCS Professional Grill Series: BGB48BQARN 48'' Built-in Gas Grill with 4-25,000 BTU Burners, Heavy-Duty Rotisserie Motor and Smart Beam Grill Light: N... AJ Madison  3529.00Height: 24 1/4". Control Panel Height: 10 1/2". Overall Width: 35 7/8". Width of Grill Head: 34 5/8". Width incl. Rotisserie Motor: 40 3/8". Depth: 26... HomeClick  2299.00Dynamic Cooking Systems outdoor grills are simply the most advanced grilling systems available DCS combines the latest grilling technology and innovat... HomeClick  3518.00Dynamic Cooking Systems outdoor grills are simply the most advanced grilling systems available DCS combines the latest grilling technology and innovat... AppliancesConnection  3359.00DCS BGB36BQARL Professional 36 Built-In Liquid Propane Grill with Rotisserie Smart Beam Grill Light & Battery Ignition. Compare all matches: 0 Store Offers