The Smart Grid project funded by the Recovery Act will expand the implementation of Minnesota Power's existing smart meter network by deploying an additional 8,000 meters and new measurement and automation equipment beginning in 2010. This will also create a dynamic pricing program. Allete, which does business as Minnesota Power, will be using $1.5M in funding to modernize its meter network, purchase new measurement and automation equipment, and begin a new dynamic pricing program.
Equipment:
, 23,320 Smart Meters
, AMI Communication Systems
, Meter Communications Network
, Backhaul Communications
, Customer Web Portal
, 1,750 Direct Load Control Devices
, Distribution Automation Equipment for 1 out of 336 Circuits
, Automated Distribution Circuit Switches
, Circuit Monitors/Indicators
Targeted Benefits:
, Reduced Electricity Costs for Customers
, Reduced Meter Reading Costs
, Improved Electric Service Reliability
, Reduced Costs from Theft
