Smart Grid Funds

Author: David Scribner (8 Articles)

David has been in the Supply Chain Management arena for more then a decade. His service with the U.S. Army’s Intelligence Branch during the Vietnam Era Veteran within the U.S Army’s Intelligence Branch helped develop an attention to detail, a positive attitude and an ability to build systems with superior accuracy and efficiency that has earned him a national reputation. Over the years, he has given multiple TV and radio interviews, sharing his insights on Global Business Strategy. David heads up our quality systems and oversees the entire AS9120 SAE ISO 9001:2000 certified process.

Better times are ahead for technology companies offering cutting edge products to utility companies.  According to research company IDC Energy Insights, in the current year alone, total spending related to the smart grid will exceed $10.75 Billion, up 40% from last year.  Items to be manufactured would be communication modules, home thermostats, power transmission and energy storage products.  Coupled with increased consumer visibility and the demand for in-house displays, manufacturing companies will be scrambling to fill shortages of semiconductors, LCD panels and related products.

In the state of California there exists a number of tax credits for homeowners to upgrade and/or use alternative methods to energize their home. Our hope is that this growth and incentive remains on the upswing as it is good for business and our economy, not to mention the overall health of our environment.