The proliferation of smart city technologies across the United States is revealing new opportunities to improve urban life but also raising significant concerns around privacy and ethics. At the core, these smart technologies encompass a range of tools, including cameras, sensors, and software that
The recent collaborative efforts from Semtech, Itron, Druid, and Nokia represent a dynamic move to leverage the 1.8 GHz spectrum in Canada for utility purposes. This band, reserved exclusively for power utilities, holds potential to revolutionize the national grid through advanced metering
In recent years, there's been a marked increase in cybersecurity threats targeted at utilities managing critical infrastructures. As operational technology (OT) and Internet of Things (IoT) devices become integral to the functioning of electricity, gas, water, and oil systems, these utilities find
Electricity demand is rising globally, driven by the increase in electric vehicles (EVs) and distributed energy resources (DERs) such as solar photovoltaic (PV) systems. Traditional utility management systems face significant challenges in keeping up with this increased demand and the added
In the dynamic landscape of power generation, data has emerged as the backbone that supports a multitude of advancements, pushing the industry towards a more reliable, efficient, and sustainable future. With the integration of data analytics, digital tools, and smart technologies, the energy sector
The utility sector is currently steering through a complex environment where escalating energy demands collide with the urgent need for eco-friendly practices. Central to the sector's strategy is the employment of advanced tools including data management, sophisticated analytics, and the
