Another kind of system, known as DCS, or Distributed Control Systems, is often used in isolated areas such as a chemical plant.

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First, not only is distributed generation cleaner and more efficient, but to make it work requires elaborate electronic-control systems that will result in the commercialisation of the electronic home and business.

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In the very near future, the North American power grid will be populated by a bewildering array of distributed energy resources ranging from building-integrated solar photovoltaics and micro-cogen to intelligent control systems and mesh network lighting.

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