LIBERTY LAKE, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Itron, Inc. (NASDAQ: ITRI) announced today that Philip Mezey, President
& COO of Itron's Energy unit, will be a featured speaker and panelist at
GridWise Global Forum at the Ronald Reagan Building and International
Trade Center in Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, November 9 at 8:30 a.m.
ET.
During the panel, titled Technology Horizon: Future Trends and
Potential Disruptions, Mezey will discuss emerging drivers and
trends for grid modernization, from technologies that will enable
smarter cities to innovations that will redefine the consumer
relationship with their utility. He'll also touch on potential
disruptions that may impact smart grid adoption and success. Mezey's
fellow panelists will include Chief Technology and Chief Strategy
Officers from leading utilities and other technology companies.
GridWise Global Forum is an international gathering of policy and
corporate leaders, technology innovators, legislators, regulators,
consumer and environmental advocates, convening to deliver on the
promise of a smart grid. The three-day conference takes place November 8
— 10, 2011.
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 heat
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
Source: Itron, Inc.
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