2016-02-23 Cisco (make of the $$mart collectors) thinks BC Hydro’s program is a $ucce$$

1)    Cisco, the company that makes the collectors to which $$mart meters in the mesh grid “report” and from which it receives info/instructions from BC Hydro, uses BC Hydro as one of its “successes”. http://www.cisco.com/c/dam/m/en_us/ioe/digital-transformation-stories/digital-transformation-with-the-internet-of-everything.pdf 2)    In Arizona, utility companies want to increase fees and rates for customers using solar. This tactic certainly discourages use … Continue reading 2016-02-23 Cisco (make of the $$mart collectors) thinks BC Hydro’s program is a $ucce$$

2016-02-17 BC municipality going solar to avoid BC Hydro rate increases

1)    Hackers disable hospital’s computers, demanding ransom payment. “A California hospital has been unable to use its computer system for more than a week thanks to a ransomware attack. The hackers are said to be demanding more than $3 million in return for returning access.” https://www.infopackets.com/news/9786/hackers-demand-36m-restore-hospital-computers 2)    Today I received an email from someone who … Continue reading 2016-02-17 BC municipality going solar to avoid BC Hydro rate increases

update 2016-04-17 UK has major concerns about $$meter program and its costs

1)    In the UK serious concerns continue about the costs, benefits and problems associated with the $$meter program. “The government’s smart meter roll-out is due to begin fully in August but has recently been criticised by the Institute of Directors for being “flawed” and “well behind schedule.” “It is a very expensive IT programme and … Continue reading update 2016-04-17 UK has major concerns about $$meter program and its costs

2016-05-04 Cisco has admitted the grid is not secure

1)    In Western Australia, utility companies are celebrating the huge amount of data which will soon be available for use in multiple ways. – http://www.computerworld.com.au/article/599062/horizon-power-prepares-data-onslaught/ 2)    The Conference of Pediatricians is taking on the cell phone and wireless industry, especially the dangers posed to children. “The weight of the evidence is clear: cell phones do … Continue reading 2016-05-04 Cisco has admitted the grid is not secure