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When I need to explain the smart grid in a sentence, I simply describe it as the coupling of a digital network on top of our existing grid structure. What?s the big deal with doing that? Digital information on the grid gives all sorts of benefits right from greater reliability, by allowing utility companies to monitor and avoid power disruptions, to (as the article mentions) reducing our dependence on foreign oil.
A key to achieving these benefits of the smart grid is by using demand response technologies. Simply put, these technologies will allow utilities to request curtailment of power consumption during periods of peak demand by using a carrot-and-stick approach a.k.a. time-of-use pricing. Enter Smart Appliances to help consumers stay on top of this and save the most money with minimal inconvenience. We at Whirlpool are currently working on improving our 'smart' technology, so as to bring smart appliances to the American Consumer as soon as possible.
Warwick Stirling, Global Director of Energy and Sustainability, Whirlpool Corporation - Posted by: Warwick Stirling Posted on: 09/03/09 You are currently: a Guest | Members login | Terms of Use
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