CenterPoint Energy and IBM Examine BPL

CenterPoint Energy, an electric transmission and distribution company, and IBM are working to explore broadband over power line (BPL) technology. CenterPoint Energy has opened a BPL technology center at one of its facilities in Houston to examine uses of BPL technology for consumers as well as utility companies. In addition, CenterPoint Energy has launched a limited pilot program designed to demonstrate the capabilities of BPL in the home to up to 50 Houston-area consumers. At the conclusion of the pilot, IBM will help CenterPoint Energy assess customer satisfaction and the lessons learned.
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