Sentences with phrase «interconnected electric grid»

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Although more customers are investing in their own equipment for electric supply, like solar panels or even microgrids — a network of electricity users with a local source of supply and the capability to operate as an island during outages — the report says most U.S. customers will continue to depend on obtaining their power from the large - scale, interconnected electrical grid at least for the next two decades.

The 99 % lower power consumption (in comparison to LCD) makes possible the realization of innovative solutions, like smart traffic signs, interactive bus stops, interconnected destination shields; even in the places without connectivity to the electric grid and for a much lower cost.

Hopefully in time, the electric grid will begin to look like the internet of today... with various sources and users of power interconnected using open standards and intelligent protocols.

The interconnected North American power grid provides numerous benefits for Canada and the United States, including enhanced electric reliability,...