The Smart Grid Dictionary is an ebook that covers all points of the power supply chain from generation to distribution. The dictionary was introduced this week at ConnectivityWeek 2009, where it created considerable buzz. It is the first and only ebook I've seen that is focused on smart grid terminology and acronyms common to electric utilities and their regulatory agencies. Like Energy Priorities Magazine, the dictionary is written for a general business audience.

The Smart Grid Dictionary is a new reference to smart grid terminology and acronyms common among electric utilities and their regulatory agencies.

The definitions contain embedded hyperlinks to related terms and acronyms for easy cross-referencing, and include external links for additional drill-downs to more information on the web. In addition to smart-grid terminology, the dictionary covers energy efficiency and building automation, home automation, telecommunications and standards organizations.

"This is a fascinating sector with emergent and convergent technologies challenging existing business models, technologies, and regulatory structures," says Hertzog. "There's clearly a need for people to have accessible and user-friendly sources of information to be familiar with smart grid technologies, trends, standards, and market influences."

The dictionary is available for purchase and download at www.smartgridlibrary.com. The web site also contains a web-based Smart Grid Acronym List (SGAL?), which contains 500 acronyms used in the smart grid business.

"Whether you are an industry veteran or a new hire, there will be terms in this dictionary from industries that are new to you," says Hertzog.