After finding out from Tron that there were some problems with our electric grid, the kids started thinking.

They looked at some websites on the Smart Grid.  Ben found that there we could solve a lot of problems with the energy grid with something called “Smart Meters.”  Gerry said “These meters will tell the utility company where energy is needed and when power is out.”  Amanda exclaimed” but some people don’t want them because they think that other people will know their private business!”  Ben asked “Why would they worry about that if they aren’t doing anything wrong?”  “Who knows?” replied Gerry “Eventually if we don’t upgrade our equipment many of the people that want to put a solar panel on their land will have a hard time selling their extra energy back to the grid for other people to use.”

“Well, we are just going to have to change that” said Amanda.  “How are we going to change a bunch of grownups?” asked Ben.  “One by one” said Amanda with a look that said “WE WILL DO IT.”

What do you think Amanda is planning?  What would you do?