Utilimetrics is a global trade association dedicated to promoting and advancing utility technology and automation. Our members include utilities (IOU's, municipals, coops in the electric, gas and water industries) as well as their technology partners and consultants. Members are involved in transforming their utility operations to achieve operating efficiencies, resource conservation and consumer engagement. Utilimetrics brings utilities and their customers together through technology. AUTOVATION, the associations annual conference and expo is the original "smart grid" event. It dates back to 1987. Autovation 2011 will be held September 25-28 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in Washington, DC.