[1] A comprehensive cost benefit analysis, the first in the world, has been released in Australia.
[2] The analysis has identified that adoption of smart-grid technologies in Australia’s electricity systems could have up to US$28 Billion in net economic benefits.
[3] The study was conducted by a consortium led by firm Arup as part evaluation of the results of Smart Grid- Smart Project in NSW.
[Source] http://www.arup.com/News/2014_07_July/28_July_World-first_study_of_smart-grid_technologies.aspx