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Three Ohio utilities set for additional 1.4 million smart meters

Smart Energy International

A settlement has been reached on the FirstEnergy Ohio utilities’ second phase grid modernisation plan, including expanding the state smart meter rollout. The first phase included the installation of approximately 706,000 smart meters , while the second phase will allow for expansion for the remaining estimated 1.4

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400,000 smart meter rollout set to go ahead in Cyprus

Smart Energy International

Following a tender review, local press has reported that the Cyprus Telecommunications Authority (CyTA) can proceed with the 400,000 smart meter rollout across the island. In February 2024 Cyprus’s Electricity Authority, the state-owned energy company, awarded the tender for the smart meter rollout to CyTA at a cost of €39.9

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Romania’s Retele Electrice DSOs launch 300,000 smart meter tender

Smart Energy International

The new tender forms part of the ongoing smart meter rollout for the three Retele Electrice DSOs, which together have over 1.5 million), is for up to about 300,000 smart meters, with a minimum volume of 120,000 units, for delivery over one year. million end points installed. The new tender, with a value of €24.25 million ($26.2

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Targeting grid resilience with digitalisation

Smart Energy International

As countries the world over pursue net-zero goals, the power grids are at the centre of a transformation that will ultimately lead to economy-wide decarbonisation impacting almost every aspect of life, from the way we power and run our homes to how we travel and the products we purchase. Grid resilience and reliability.

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Five predictions for energy transition trends in 2022

Smart Energy International

David Hall of Schneider Electric highlights five trends to watch for power and utility firms this year. The global shift towards more climate-conscious energy efficiency has accelerated the need for sustainable technology to deliver a cleaner, greener, and fairer energy system. Microgrids fit for the future.

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Energy saving innovations dominate Scottish Environment Business Awards

Envirotec Magazine

There were 12 winners at the annual “VIBES – Scottish Environment Business Awards” in Glasgow on Tuesday 1 November, recognising innovations including a system for using treated wastewater to provide heating, and a solution that empowers homeowners in striving for net zero. Engaging Scotland Award – The Highland Council.

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Repair, refurbish and retrofit: why utilities must adopt a circularity approach in power distribution

Smart Energy International

The world is facing unprecedented challenges when it comes to energy distribution and environmental sustainability. Utilities are under immense pressure to ensure grid resiliency while also preparing for future environmental challenges.