The Federal Government’s Smart Grid, Smart City promises to deliver a fully integrated, commercial-scale smart grid and will inform the business case for broader industry investment in smart grids in Australia.
In September, the Government considered the outcomes of its pre-deployment study. At the time of going to print, the final program guidelines and selection documentation were expected to be released in late October 2009.
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Smart Grid, Smart City will employ a mix of innovative technologies and demonstrate the potential of smart grids to monitor electricity supply, manage peak demand and help customers make informed choices about their energy use.