With the realization of the smart grid, the utility industry has experienced fundamental change over the last decade. Entirely new areas of expertise, value, challenge, and opportunity have emerged. Right at the heart of these opportunities and challenges is how to leverage analytics to improve grid operations ranging from grid optimization to asset management. more...

Many utilities are planning to implement a meter data management system to leverage their investment in advanced metering infrastructure, creating operational benefits and customer benefits out of Big Data. more...

When one thinks of socially responsible investing (SRI), utilities are not typically top-of-mind. Utilities are rarely considered as candidates for the large and rapidly growing number of SRI funds-funds which are projected to reach as much as $9 trillion in assets under management by 2015. more...

Hosted by San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E), GCF West will provide a unique conference for electric power utilities, vendors, and suppliers involved in Smart Grid technology deployment. Participating utilities include American Electric Power, APS, BC Hydro, Central Vermont Power, ComEd, Duke Energy, Exelon, Glendale Water & Power, Oncor, PG&E, Pepco Holdings, Progress Energy, SDG&E, Seattle City Light, Southern California Edison, and Southern Company. more...

Information is increasingly at the strategic core of the utility enterprise. In order for the utility to get more efficient and contain costs at times of flat revenues, to bring in all the new technologies now in the wing, and to better serve customers - the CIO must be part of the discussions to make that happen. more...

Join Frost & Sullivan, MRC McLean Hazel, the University of Strathclyde and Scottish Development International for a complimentary eBroadcast as we discuss why cities around the world should be on the road to becoming a smart city. It will focus on the technologies involved and the support available to move in this direction, factors which make Scotland a destination of choice for smart technology R&D development activities. more...

Join us at the 2012 EnergyBiz Leadership Forum to collaborate with your peers and get the insights you need to make the best decisions for your organization. more...