There are several PowerLine associations/organisations who promote either on a standards basis for the technology or both standards compliance and commercial activities. You will find most major Companies in the field belong to one or more associations. As to the commercial activities of some associations, they are mainly for the finding of projects in the utility sector and how to develop utility applications using broadband over powerline (BPL) technology. Below are the main associations who have an impact in the future of PowerLine technology.