GridWeek 2010
The global conference for Smart Grid – empowering our energy future through collaboration, education and conversation
Smart Grid technology provides a means for grid operators to manage power needs in a more efficient and economic manner in a world in which there are increasing challenges to provide a reliable supply of electricity while dealing with increasing unpredictability and growing demand. The March 2010 e-tech reported a California conference in which the IEC was taking part, Grid ComForum, for grid operators and technology suppliers to discuss the next-generation power grid and those business and technology management issues necessary to realize the benefits of an intelligent grid.
From 18-21 October 2010, GridWeek, considered by industry leaders as the most important annual gathering for Smart Grid experts, will take place in Washington, DC, US (United States).
Continually defining Smart Grid
This will be the fourth year of GridWeek, which will be moving to a larger venue at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, where it is set again to define the thought leadership of Smart Grid, from policy to industry changes and key issues.
Major organizational partners
GridWeek 2010 is organized in partnership with major USA industry and government organizations such as:
- DOE (USA Department of Energy)
- NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology)
- ITA (USA Department of Commerce International Trade Administration)
- NARUC (National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners)
- EEI (Edison Electric Institute)
- APPA (American Public Power Institution)
- NRECA (National Rural Electric Cooperative Association)
- NEMA (National Electrical Manufacturers Association)
- UTC (Utilities Telecom Council)
- EPRI (Electric Power Research Institute)
- Galvin Electricity Initiative
Leading media organizations are also taking part, as are many additional significant technology and specialist organizations from business, environment and consumer advocacy.
Targeting a strategic Smart Grid audience
The four-day programme, which covers topics such as Smart Grid interoperability, ICT (information and communication technologies) and standards for mass deployment, is targeted towards international Smart Grid players, leaders and stakeholders, federal agencies, congressional staff, federal and state regulators, utility, technology and service providers, corporate leaders and industry influencers. |
