Dialog and technological advances in the eastern region of the United States are leading the way in the development of the shape of the utilities of the future. The current focus is on elevating utility structures toward the smart grid, with an emphasis on constructing an integrated core system. The foundations for this are being laid, with open-end infrastructure and interoperability as the key to its success. This represents an industry revolution, not only technologically, but also inclusive of business and community interests.

Smart Metering East Coast is the elite forum for the region, addressing the key issues associated with smart metering, energy efficiency and interoperable infrastructure. While demand in the north-east continues to grow, energy efficiency and demand-side management remain a concern for utilities further south. By bringing together interstate stakeholders, industry experts and factual insight from local utilities, this exclusive event will identify the core competencies needed for managing utility resources, reducing energy demand and enhancing customer engagement.

Against this background Smart Metering East Coast 2008 will:

• Discuss the new regulatory frameworks detailing future energy demands.
• Learn how vendor interoperability will mark the future of the smart grid.
• Uncover the new standards shaping the metering industry in the region.
• Explore the synergies between AMI and the smart grid.
• Hear about the latest developments in communication technology for the smart grid.
• Attain further insight on the ROI of the solutions and technologies presented.
• Gain awareness into how AMI can play a key role in energy loss management, predictive maintenance, outage management and improved operational efficiency.
• Discover the value of metering data and how it can be leveraged.
• Hear about the strategies to improve customer service through the use of advanced technologies.
• Get answers from the industry’s principal manufacturers.

Why you can not afford to miss Smart Metering East Coast!

Metering International presents Smart Metering East Coast, the only executive forum for utilities concerned with advanced metering technology and energy efficiency programs. By bringing together interstate stakeholders, industry experts and practical insight from local utilities, this boutique conference will substantiate the future of smart metering in the region.

• Hear from the industries’ best in the two-day, content-packed conference sessions
• Engage directly with stakeholders at the networking functions
• Share your thoughts, ideas and experiences in the interactive panel discussions
• Learn what new technologies are being deployed from leading technology providers

Need more information?

• For general and information on the program contact Ryan Matthews at ryan.matthews@spintelligent.com
• For registration and travel details contact Jimina Schmidt at
  Jimina.schmidt@spintelligent.com
• For sponsorship information contact Neil Borthwick at
  neil.borthwick@spintelligent.com

Phone: 888 559 8017 (USA) / +27 21 700 3500 (International)
Fax: 413 487 6276 (USA) / +27 21 700 3501 (International)