Curious about smart grid projects in your state - or the state next door? We've just updated all 50 of our state smart grid toolkits. Each one is packed with energy-related projects, news and trends. You'll also find useful state-specific resources, including state energy agencies, utility and regulator listings, advocacy groups and incentive programs. Click inside to start your coast-to-coast tour.

Smart meters may get most of the attention, but many would argue that grid optimization is how utilities and their customers are going to get the most bang for their buck. So what is grid optimization, and how do we bring it out of the smart grid closet? You'll find answers in our one-stop grid optimization toolkit, which is packed with the analysis, trends and resources you need to get up to speed.

How are we going to turn our frail and neglected electric power transmission system into a secure and reliable smart grid? It’s a critical and timely issue, which is why we’ve loaded this toolkit with some of the best analysis, most-promising trends and smartest research relating to next steps in electric power transmission.

Use this toolkit to find information and resources relating to smart grid and clean energy projects in the state of Arizona, including key web resources, state utilities, regulatory bodies, media coverage and more.

Use this toolkit to find information and resources relating to smart grid and clean energy projects in the state of California, including key web resources, state utilities, regulatory bodies, media coverage and more.

Use this toolkit to find information and resources relating to South Alabama Electric Coop wins USDA loan for smart grid technologies
Twenty-three rural electric utilities around the country will share $134 million in USDA loan guarantees for smart grid technologies. South Alabama Electric Coop will receive $17,800,000. The funds will be used to build and improve 144 miles of distribution line and make other system improvements. The loan guarantee includes $125,000 in smart grid projects. More at Smart Grid News >>
, including key web resources, state utilities, regulatory bodies, media coverage and more.

Use this toolkit to find information and resources relating to grid and clean energy projects in the state of Alaska, including key web resources, state utilities, regulatory bodies, media coverage and more.

Use this toolkit to find information and resources relating to smart grid and clean energy projects in the state of Arkansas, including key web resources, state utilities, regulatory bodies, media coverage and more.

Think of today's collection of freebies as a goody bag for energy-minded grown-ups. For example, an app that shows the most EV-ready cities and another one that calculates how distributed power solutions can save money and energy. There's a map that pinpoints states with the most renewables and an IBM video and white paper that explain the benefits of big data for smart grid technology. And that's just for starters.

Use this toolkit to find information and resources relating to smart grid and clean energy projects in the state of Colorado, including key web resources, state utilities, regulatory bodies, media coverage and more.

Use this toolkit to find information and resources relating to smart grid and clean energy projects in the state of Connecticut, including key web resources, state utilities, regulatory bodies, media coverage and more.

Use this toolkit to find information and resources relating to smart grid and clean energy projects in the state of Delaware, including key web resources, state utilities, regulatory bodies, media coverage and more.

Use this toolkit to find information and resources relating to smart grid and clean energy projects in the state of Florida, including key web resources, state utilities, regulatory bodies, media coverage and more.

Use this toolkit to find information and resources relating to smart grid and clean energy projects in the state of Georgia, including key web resources, state utilities, regulatory bodies, media coverage and more.

Use this toolkit to find information and resources relating to smart grid and clean energy projects in the state of Hawaii, including key web resources, state utilities, regulatory bodies, media coverage and more.