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NorTech's Advanced Energy Speaker Series presents a discussion on "Smart Grid Technology: Save Energy, Improve Efficiency and Increase Reliability" at FirstEnergy Corporation.
FirstEnergy, the nation's fifth largest electric utility and critical member of the advanced energy cluster in Northeast Ohio, will discuss how smart grid technology plays into their overall business strategy and how it impacts its customers.Dr. Kenneth A. Loparo, with the Great Lakes Energy Institute at Case Western Reserve University, will discuss new developments in research and future objectives of smart grid technology. The Great Lakes Energy Institute is a major asset for the growing advanced energy industry through coordinated research, development and education.
Time will be available for both groups to address your interests, questions and concerns during an open Q&A session.
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5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Networking and Registration
6:30 - 6:45 p.m. Welcome and Opening Remarks
6:45 - 7:45 p.m. Presentations by FirstEnergy and Case Western Reserve University
7:45 - 8:00 p.m. Q&A Session and Conclusion of Event
The event is free and open to the public; however, registration is required.
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