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Parks Associates to Present New Energy Research and Preview the 2013 Smart Energy Summit in Webcast on Thursday, February 7

International research firm Parks Associates, host of the annual Smart Energy Summit, will present new research on the markets for residential energy services and management in the webcast "Business Models for Energy Services" on Thursday, February 7, 1-2:15 P.M. Media are invited to register. All registrants receive the presentation materials.

The webcast features Tom Kerber, director of Parks Associates' Home Controls & Energy Research. Mr. Kerber will analyze programs focused on providing energy consumption information and new connected tools and services that will drive consumer interest and adoption of energy services. The webcast will include an overview of automated solutions that help consumers use less electricity and partnership opportunities for utilities, service providers, and OEMs.

Parks Associates energy research:

60-80% of U.S. broadband home owners are willing to pay for energy-saving products such as smart thermostats, smart water-tank controllers, and attic insulation
Consumers will not pay more than their average total energy bill for products offering a 20% savings, roughly $175
Total U.S. smart meter deployments will exceed 50 million in 2013, reaching 62 million by 2015
WHAT: "Business Models for Energy Services" Webcast by Parks Associates

WHEN: 1-2:15 P.M. CT, Thursday, February 7

PRESS REGISTRATION: http://www.parksassociates.com/webcasts/webcast-feb2013-energy

From the article, "Parks Associates to Present New Energy Research and Preview the 2013 Smart Energy Summit in Webcast on Thursday, February 7."

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