Chicago Matters: Beyond Burnham

Chicago Matters: Beyond Burnham

WTTW News | September 29, 2009, 7:00 pm

Just what is "Smart Grid" technology? As we continue this year's "Chicago Matters" series, Rich Samuels tells us how it could reduce the need for new power-generating plants.

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