Stuart Sikes, President of Parks Associates, discusses the impact of the Internet of Things on energy markets at PLMA Fall Conference
Parks Associates research reports 30% of U.S. broadband households find most energy management use cases very appealing. Stuart Sikes, President, Parks Associates, will present the firm’s smart home and Internet of Things research and discuss its implications for revenues and partnerships at the upcoming PLMA (Peak Load Management Alliance) Fall Conference at the Hilton Charlotte City Center this week.
His presentation "Impact of Smart Home and IoT on Consumer Energy Markets" on Tuesday, November 3, 10:45-11:15 A.M., will provide an overview of today's energy consumer and the impact of new technologies, mainstream sales channels, and partnership opportunities.
“Nearly all U.S. households have taken some energy-saving steps in the past 12 months. Many households have adjusted their thermostats, switched to CFL and LED bulbs, and bought new energy-efficient appliances to save money and energy,” Sikes said. “The energy management features available today complement these consumer activities and can therefore broaden the appeal of smart home offerings.”
New research from Parks Associates’ Energy Management Bundles includes:
- 51% of U.S. broadband households would like to receive alerts if a fire or smoke is detected in their home;
- 45% of U.S. broadband households would like to receive an alert if there is a carbon monoxide or gas leak; and,
- 36% of U.S. broadband households would like the ability to remotely turn off the lights inside or outside of their home.
A leader in energy and smart home industry research, Parks Associates hosts the Smart Energy Summit: Engaging the Consumer each year in Austin, Texas. The 2016 event will be held February 22-24 at the Omni Hotel. For more information, visit http://www.ses2016.com.
Media interviews with Stuart Sikes are available. To request a meeting or specific research data, contact Holly Sprague at hsprague@gmail.com or 720-987-6614.
About Parks Associates Parks Associates helps companies identify new opportunities, refine strategy, and accelerate growth in connected technology markets through data-driven insights and industry expertise. With more than 40 years of experience, the firm delivers proprietary consumer and industry research, market forecasts, and strategic analysis that guide business decisions across personal, connected home, small business, and commercial technology ecosystems. Parks Associates supports clients in navigating evolving markets including AI, security, smart home, broadband, entertainment, energy, multifamily, smart buildings, and connected health. The firm also fosters industry growth and collaboration by convening thousands of leaders each year through its flagship executive conferences, including CONNECTIONS™, Connected Health Summit, Smart Energy Summit, Smart Spaces, and Future of Video. Learn more at https://www.parksassociates.com. Follow Parks Associates on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
