M2M Communications of Boise proves Idaho’s future lies in efficient energy technology

An Idaho technology company helping irrigation farmers more efficiently use millions of watts of electricity is gaining the attention of the U.S. Department of Energy.

M2M Communications http://www.m2mcomm.com/ of Boise just got $2.1 million in stimulus dollars to build a smart grid-compatible irrigation load control system in the central valley of California that will reduce peak demand, improve reliability, and most important to the farmers, save money.

The grant is a part of the Department of Energy’s Stimulus Funding Opportunity Smart Grid Investment Grant program. You might remember that Idaho Power Co. got some of this stimulus money so it can begin using its smart meters to help customers control their bills.

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