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Interfacing Smart Buildings with Smart Grid Provides the Most Practical and Cost Effective Solution for Reducing CO2 Emissions from Buildings
August 20th, 2013Why should Energy Management Suppliers be Excited about Connecting BEMS to Smart Grid?
August 2nd, 2013Value of Smart Grid M&A Deals Grew from $10.6 billion in 2011 to $19.5 billion in 2012
In the space of six years, M&As have grown from $134 million in 2007 to $10.6 billion in 2011 to a near doubling in the value of deals at $19.5 billion in 2012. Both the growth and now scale indicate the supply side is gearing up to meet the requirements of new technology and forecast […]
Strategic Acquisitions in the Smart Building to Smart Grid Space
Although the Smart Building to Smart Grid Interface business is still in its infancy, just a quick take on the strategic acquisitions that have been made over the last 2 years makes a strong statement that the world’s major suppliers see this as a great opportunity to extend their business. They have invested heavily in […]
The Consumer Interface of the Smart Grid Business is where the Building Controls Suppliers are now Focused
Although the Smart Building to Smart Grid Interface business is still in its infancy, just a quick take on the strategic acquisitions that have been made over the last 2 years makes a strong statement that the world’s major suppliers see this as a great opportunity to extend their business. They have invested heavily in […]
Will Smart Grid Shine Bright in 2011
2010 has been a stellar year for the Smart Grid industry; sales revenues have increased, investment has boomed and consolidation through acquisition and merger has produced a much stronger base of vibrant companies, capable of meeting the technological challenges that lie ahead. On the back of improving world economic trading conditions and a continued emphasis […]
2010 was a Great Year for Smart Grid – but now must be the Time to Focus on Bringing it all Together
Smart Grid has been the recipient of many accolades this year; many thought leaders have extolled its enormous potential and value in delivering a worldwide low-carbon economy. In 2010 the business right across the globe has grown rapidly. Billions of dollars have been invested in new projects and the supply industry has developed through acquisition […]
Is the Smart Grid Industry just too big for the Utility Companies to Finance and Manage
In the last two months, first quarter figures for 2010 and 2009 year end from the smart grid manufacturers have been released and they show some interesting trends. Itron has delivered a strong 2009 performance increasing its revenues by 29% on 2008, whilst Echelon a serious competitor in the metering business has suffered a significant […]
