### Question
How is the term smart grid functions defined?


### Answer
The term **smart grid functions** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 17386* as the following:

> any of the following:


(1) The ability to develop, store, send and receive digital information concerning electricity use, costs, prices, time of use, nature of use, storage, or other information relevant to device, grid, or utility operations, to or from or by means of the electric utility system, through one or a combination of devices and technologies

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 17386*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 152-ENERGY INDEPENDENCE AND SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER IX-SMART GRID**

