Smart Cities The Stratford Story
Who we are: The key players City of Stratford Festival Hydro Rhyzome Networks What began as a changeover to smart metering for Stratford’s hydro utility became so much more when the opportunity to build infrastructure that would support affordable internet and connectivity options was recognized back in 2009.
The Network Rhyzome Networks is building a city- owned data ecosystem for Stratford that is: dependable and carrier-grade, via a 70km grid of optical fibre ubiquitous and mobile, via wireless mesh technology using IEEE 802.11N Wi-Fi.
The Network Rhyzome also work with other communities who are planning and building infrastructure for their citizens in rural and under serviced areas in order to deliver broadband connectivity that: satisfies industrial and commercial broadband needs promotes local economic growth helps bridge the urban/rural digital divide fosters digital inclusion for fixed and low-income internet users
Looking Forward Current network upgrades will bring: Higher Speed Increased Robustness of the WiFi Network
Looking Forward Dedicated Short-Range Communications (DSRC) Autonomous Vehicles
What does this all mean for Stratford?