HomeGrid Forum is linking efforts with these organizations to promote G.hn and ensure upcoming G.hn-based products and devices are compliant with the requirements for deployment in smart grid, home energy management, and home automation applications.
Matthew Theall, president of HomeGrid Forum, said: “HomeGrid Forum is aligning with organizations that have a clear understanding of where the Smart Grid market is headed, including groups like DRSG and Z-Wave Alliance.
“The members of Z-Wave Alliance and DRSG are looking for effective ways to leverage both wired and wireless technologies for efficient power utilization and home automation. G.hn compliments these efforts with technology that will unify the networking of content and devices, over any wire, while supporting the Smart Grid.”
DRSG is the trade association for companies that provide products and services in the areas of demand response, smart meters and smart grid technologies.
The Z-Wave Alliance is a consortium of more than 160 companies manufacturing an assortment of interoperable Z-Wave wireless home control and energy management products including lighting, thermostats, shade, and appliance controllers.
