Peter Mainz

Editor’s note: Peter Mainz is CEO and President of Raleigh based Sensus, which provides smart meters, communication systems, software and services for electric, gas, and water utilities that enable the intelligent use and conservation of energy and water. WRALTechWire asked Mainz to offer his thoughts about the need to upgrade utilities’ technology in the wake of Hurricane Sandy last fall. RALEIGH, N.C. - North Carolina is no stranger to hurricanes and their aftermath. With forecasters estimating nine named hurricanes and five major storms, we need to prepare for what is likely to be an active season in our warm ocean...

Editor’s note: Raleigh-based smart energy firm Sensus released a whitepaper last week that documents how technology can help water utility firms worldwide reduce energy costs and improve efficiency. WRAL Tech Wire asked Sensus CEO Peter Mainz to discuss the report’s findings and its implications for utilities worldwide. RALEIGH – North Carolina has certainly seen its share of population growth. Growth provides some great opportunities but can also stress our infrastructure. Add to that, periods of drought along with the inevitable water restrictions. Further, it’s becoming increasingly important that water infrastructures become resilient—not only to drought conditions but natural disasters such...