Natural Disasters and Technology for Resiliency
Itron recently released our report on utilities’ current state of disaster preparedness. As many of you have experienced or may already know,…
Disaster Preparedness, Response and Recovery—Tackling Our New Reality
Since 1970, the number of disasters worldwide has quadrupled to around 400 a year. In the U.S., The Economist reported: “According to the UN’s…
IUW 2019 Day Two: Promoting Purpose
The general session for day two at IUW 2019 was just as encaptivating as day one. Afdhel Aziz, one of the world’s leading experts in marketing…
What to Explore at IUW 2019: Knowledge Center Spotlight
Flights are booked, our solution and product demos are prepped, and the sunscreen is packed – it’s time for Itron Utility Week (IUW) 2019. This…
Prep List: Time to Get Ready for IUW 2019
Itron Utility Week (IUW) 2019 kicks off on Oct. 11 with pre-conference trainings and hits full steam on Oct. 13 with the Knowledge Conference. As…
My Friend Went 100% Solar. . . Indirectly
I was speaking with one of my friends recently and they were proudly telling me that they signed up for their utility’s 100% solar rate plan. I…
Fort Collins Utilities Reaches Milestone with Itron DEM Program
Fort Collins Utilities, a municipal distribution utility in Colorado, launched the Peak Partners program in June 2014 in partnership with Itron.…
Itron Releases 2018 Corporate Sustainability Report
When it comes to making a difference, few companies have the good fortune to align the three most important ingredients to making a positive,…
Unlocking Action at the Edge: Announcing Itron’s New Developer Tools for Distributed Intelligence Applications
The frontier of smart grid innovation is continuing to accelerate with more devices and applications proliferating across the electricity…
DistribuTECH 2019: The Full Itron Experience
Participating in the Itron Experience strengthened my understanding of Itron’s vision for smart cities—and provided an important visualization of…
Innovation in the Age of ‘Smart’ Tech
Recently, I had the honor of speaking at the National Governors Association (NGA) winter meeting. For those who are unfamiliar with the NGA, it is a…
A Brighter Future for a Nepali Village
In November, representatives and volunteers from Itron had the great opportunity to travel to Nepal to help with the Mohari Project, a project…
Our Year in Review
At Itron, we are dedicated to creating resourceful communities across the globe with our technology, growing portfolio and community outreach. This…
IUW18 Packs a Serious and Sustainable Punch: Day I Recap
Itron Utility Week (IUW) kicked off in high-gear yesterday, and the General Session presenters set the pace with a compelling kickoff! We had a…
Prep List: Time to Get Ready for a Great IUW 2018
Itron Utility Week (IUW) 2018 kicks off at the end of this week—and we’ve got all the details to help ensure your trip is a success. As you’re…
Analytics and Advanced Applications are Transforming the Smart Grid and Networks
Earlier this week, we talked about the upcoming Itron Utility Week (IUW) and two of our exciting conference tracks focusing on data management and…
Itron Has Been Busy this Summer Helping Utilities Keep the Lights On
This summer has been particularly steamy in certain parts of the country, unfortunately resulting in periodic blackouts as utilities struggle to get…
EEI Convention: Looking Toward the Future
I recently had the pleasure of attending the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Annual Convention in San Diego. This annual event brings together energy…
Partnering for Smarter Cities
I recently had the pleasure of attending the second annual Smart Cities Week Silicon Valley, organized by the Smart Cities Council. During this…
Transforming in the IoT Space
The advent of the Internet of Things (IoT) age has changed the way many industries—including Itron—engage with customers. In this new era, it’s all…
Analytics and Customer Portals Shine at CS Week 2018
At CS Week 2018 in Tampa, Florida, Itron hit the show floor and showcased our expanded portfolio, bringing to the forefront the best of our smart…
How Will You Practice Resourcefulness on April 22?
Here at Itron, we have a saying—the way we manage energy and water will define this century. Through our technology and innovation, we are working to…