Research and Markets: Smart Metering - Europe - Order Now

DUBLIN--(Business Wire)--
Research and Markets
(http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/ef6fe1/smart_metering_e) has
announced the addition of the "Smart Metering - Europe" report to their
offering.

The smart metering industry has been growing steadily and is expected to be
boosted by favourable government policies. The EU directive towards energy
conservation is one of the primary reasons for future growth. Countries across
Europe have adopted varied forward looking policies towards making the switch
from conventional meters to smart meters.

The report begins with an overview of the industry including market size and
growth. The policies towards implementation of smart meters in European
countries have been highlighted. An analysis of drivers explains factors
contributing to the huge potential based on EU directive and energy conservation
goals, liberalization of energy market in Europe, cost benefits leading to
favourable market conditions and demand side management. The key challenges
identified include huge investment requirements, lack of standardization,
security issues and lack of acceptability among small consumers.

The opportunities and benefits accruing to utilities, manufacturers, government
and public, and ICT's have been discussed. The major players across the value
chain have been identified segregated on the basis of geographical presence. A
snapshot of each company, including an overview as well as the business outlook,
has been provided.

Key Topics Covered:

* Page 1: Executive Summary
* Page 2: Introduction
* Overview
* - Page 3: Overview, Size & Growth
* - Page 4: Existing Market Scenario in European Countries
* - Page 5: Policies Adopted by Governments across Europe
* Drivers & Challenges
* - Page 6: Overview
* - Page 7 - 9: Drivers
* - Page 10-11: Challenges
* Opportunities and Benefits
* - Page 12: Opportunities and Benefits: Utilities, Manufacturers, Government
and Public
* - Page 13: Opportunities and Benefits: ICT's
* Competitive Landscape
* - Page 14: Overview
* - Page 15-16: Utility Firms
* - Page 17-18: Manufacturers
* - Page 19-20: IT Firms
* Key Developments
* - Page 21: Key Developments
* Appendix
* - Page 22-23: Regulation and Implementation Status of smart metering in
European Countries

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