Specifically, Cisco and Itron will come up with a reference design, based on IPv6 technology, for standards-based smart grid technology. Their relationship won't be exclusive; Cisco expects to sell ...

"Networking technology will serve as the platform of a smart, more secure energy grid for the 21st century," said Cisco CEO John Chambers in a statement. "Cisco is uniquely positioned to provide a ...

Duke Energy is the latest utility to enlist Cisco for a smart grid upgrade. Cisco has three years to help design an IP network that will allow Duke to monitor its distribution network and energy ...

Cisco this week announced an impressive lineup of partners for its smart grid ecosystem. They include, among other players, GE, Oracle, EMC, Siemens, Verizon and Wipro. In all, there are 27 companies ...

Duke Energy will join forces with Cisco Systems Inc. to fast-track development of Duke Energy's state-of-the-art electric "smart grid." "Our goal is to rapidly transform the way electricity is ...