DALLAS, TX — (Marketwired) — 11/02/15 — reports 30% of U.S. broadband households find most energy management use cases very appealing. , President, Parks Associates, will present the firm–s smart home and Internet of Things research and discuss its implications for revenues and partnerships at the upcoming PLMA (Peak Load Management Alliance) Fall Conference at the Hilton Charlotte City Center this week.
His presentation on Tuesday, November 3, 10:45-11:15 A.M., will provide an overview of today–s energy consumer and the impact of new technologies, mainstream sales channels, and partnership opportunities.
“Nearly all U.S. households have taken some energy-saving steps in the past 12 months. Many households have adjusted their thermostats, switched to CFL and LED bulbs, and bought new energy-efficient appliances to save money and energy,” Sikes said. “The energy management features available today complement these consumer activities and can therefore broaden the appeal of smart home offerings.”
New research from Parks Associates– includes:
51% of U.S. broadband households would like to receive alerts if a fire or smoke is detected in their home;
45% of U.S. broadband households would like to receive an alert if there is a carbon monoxide or gas leak; and,
36% of U.S. broadband households would like the ability to remotely turn off the lights inside or outside of their home.
A leader in energy and smart home industry research, Parks Associates hosts the each year in Austin, Texas. The 2016 event will be held February 22-24 at the Omni Hotel. For more information, visit .
Media interviews with Stuart Sikes are available. To request a meeting or specific research data, contact Holly Sprague at or 720-987-6614.
Parks Associates is an internationally recognized market research and consulting company specializing in emerging consumer technology products and services. Founded in 1986, Parks Associates creates research capital for companies ranging from Fortune 500 to small start-ups through market reports, primary studies, consumer research, custom research, workshops, executive conferences, and annual service subscriptions.
The company–s expertise includes the Internet of Things (IoT), digital media and platforms, entertainment and gaming, home networks, Internet and television services, digital health, mobile applications and services, support services, consumer apps, advanced advertising, consumer electronics, energy management, and home control systems and security.
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Parks Associates
720.987.6614
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