Leading market researchers and other experts will facilitate roundtable discussions. Questions to explore: What are the fundamental challenges for consumer engagement? What needs to change to enable stakeholder understanding of consumer concerns? How do we move from entrenched positions to collaborating on practical solutions? What can each of us do to change the tone of the dialogue?

Bill Ablondi is moderating the session "How Consumers See Value" on Tuesday, May 24 from 1:30 - 3:00 PM.

This panel session focuses on the factors that motivate consumers to adopt energy management solutions. Parks Associates’ research shows that not all have the same level of desire to better manage their energy consumption. What motivates early adopters, and why haven’t many of these already purchased systems?

Bill Ablondi is also moderating the session "Service Providers Make the Case" on Wednesday, May 25 from 1:30 - 3:00 PM.

This session explores utility and service provider perspectives on how best to satisfy smart grid communications requirements while bringing new energy management and related applications to consumers.

To view upcoming events that Parks Associates is supporting or speaking at, visit http://www.parksassociates.com/upcoming-industry-events