Overview of the Smart Grid Policies, Initiatives, and Needs

Publication Date: Nov. 30, 2009

Publishing Organization: ISO New England

Author(s): ISO New England

Format: PDF

Summary:
This research paper is a technical overview of Smart Grid technologies and how these technologies are being implemented around the country and in New England to improve the efficiency of the power grid. It presents a range of views about Smart Grid; describes the mix of technologies Smart Grid comprises; and summarizes various federal, state, and other programs aimed at bringing these technologies into more widespread use.