The basic premise of the smart grid is that when implemented fully, it will enable a better flow of data and information between utilities, customers and third parties.

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As with the homepage, the layout isn't much to look at -- it's laid out in a basic 3-by-4 grid.

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In the absence of sensible policies that invest in long-term public goods like education or basic research, roads, railways, broadband, a smart electric grid -- an absence of those investments can be equally disastrous.

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The basic idea is, is that we're still using an electricity grid that dates back 100, 150 years ago.

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This is akin to the most basic function of Novation's Launchpad, whereby the 8 x 8 grid represents a corresponding section of your project.

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