Itron solution deployed to reduce losses and improve grid efficiency
LIBERTY LAKE, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Itron, Inc. (NASDAQ: ITRI) announced today that Eléctrica de Guayaquil,
a state-owned electric utility in Guayaquil, Ecuador, completed the
installation of Latin America's first meter-to-cash smart metering
system, which utilizes Itron's technology. The communication system is
actively collecting meter data and feeding Itron's meter data management
(MDM) system installed by the utility through a robust, two-way wireless
communications network.
With Itron's smart grid solution installed, Eléctrica de Guayaquil can
reduce and control both technical and non-technical energy losses using
more precise tamper proof meters with accurate measurement and sensing
capabilities for Guayaquil's many commercial and industrial customers.
The solution also improves operational processes and efficiency.
"With a complete smart grid system inclusive of a network and meter data
management system now in place, we can realize the full potential of its
benefits, including system efficiency and loss management," said Diego
Sánchez - Commercial Manager. "Itron has been a great and reliable
partner throughout the process, quickly and seamlessly installing the
overall solution with the utmost professionalism."
The solution also enables Eléctrica de Guayaquil to take advantage of
future capabilities and applications, including theft analytics. The
system, which leverages the same proven technology platform being
implemented at scale in smart grid deployments in North America, can be
expanded in the future to realize the full potential of the smart grid.
"The deployment in Guayaquil is a great example of Itron's ability to
tailor and deliver global technologies to meet local requirements," said
Mark deVere-White, senior vice president of Itron Energy Group in North
America and Latin America. "Itron's smart metering solutions are very
well suited and can be readily deployed by utilities in Latin America to
address their specific business objectives."
About Eléctrica de Guayaquil
Eléctrica de Guayaquil is one of the Ecuadorian's largest electric
utilities; serving a population of nearly 3.4 millions in the city of
Guayaquil, the largest and most populous in the country. EdG efficiently
distributes electric energy to almost 630.000 end users, thanks to its
1.400 dedicated employees.
About Itron
Itron is the leading provider of energy and water resource management
solutions for nearly 8,000 utilities around the world. We offer
end-to-end solutions that include electricity, gas, water and thermal
energy measurement and control technology; communications systems;
software; and professional services. With nearly 10,000 employees doing
business in more than 130 countries, Itron empowers utilities to
responsibly and efficiently manage energy and water resources. To
realize a sustainable future, start here: www.itron.com.
Itron, Inc.
Sharelynn Moore, 509-891-3524
Senior
Director, Itron Marketing & Communications
sharelynn.moore@itron.com
or
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Vice President, Investor Relations
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