Description

The demand for IT and communications technology in Europe depends on smart grid plans and innovation. Smart metering is the most prominent smart grid project in Europe—even in countries such as Poland where smart metering is still in a trial stage. Generation companies continue to adapt to meet national or European targets. On the other hand, the investment cycles are such that the distribution system operators are beginning another phase of capital expenditure investments. This will include a greater degree of ICT in distribution automation projects over the next three to four years.