The G3-Alliance is a not-for-profit association driving the standardization of smart grid communication. G3-PLC and G3-Hybrid are open ITU standards, enabling robust and cost-effective data exchange over existing powerline infrastructure (PLC) and radio (RF) in smart metering, smart grids and large-scale IoT. Without license fees or telecommunication charges! The G3-Alliance has 100 international members, including utilities, semiconductor firms, and meter manufacturers. Over 100 million G3 products have been deployed across 30+ countries, enabling seamless interoperability between devices from different manufacturers, ensuring long-term support and preventing vendor lock-in!