The level of hype surrounding “smart grid,” which is the next-generation of the electrical grid that’s more aware of usage by end users and can proactively take measures to ensure that customers get the power they need when they need it, is set to rival the 'cloud' hype of 2009. In fairness, the telco world is just beginning to wake up to an opportunity that has been a hot topic for several years in the wider utilities world. I have come across articles from as far back as 2004 that refer...