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treehuggerhttp://feeds.treehugger.com/~r/treehuggersite/~3/415793364/smart-2020-report-shows-smart-grid-technology-cutting-carbon-by-15-percent.php [treehugger] Photo via takomabibelot The main focus of smart meters and the smart grid is streamlining energy use. It is a more efficient way to help homes and businesses reduce their use, and for utilities to track and charge customers for their .

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