Solar one of the biggest influencers of smart grid growth

With more consumers adopting solar solutions for their home power needs, utilities have to prepare for an inevitable shift in control over distribution away from them to the end user. Adopting improved smart grid strategies now will set the stage for maintaining control while still allowing customers to leverage the benefits of solar power and other renewable energy resources. In turn, the providers will seetheir profits rise as user satisfaction grows and their reputations for fair and responsible energy generation increase.

Ultimately, solar may not be the primary driving force behind the need for smart grid deployment, but it can be the deciding factor for those holding out on upgrading their networks and beginning the transition to cleaner, more reliable power grid technology.

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