Press Release

Itron Announces Third Quarter 2011 Earnings Call Details

LIBERTY LAKE, Wash.—October 11, 2011—Itron, Inc. (NASDAQ: ITRI) announced today it will report financial results for the three and nine months ended Sept. 30, 2011 at 7:00 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2011. The company will hold a conference call to discuss the company's 2011 third quarter results on Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2011 at 8:00 a.m. EDT.

The earnings release and financial statements will be available on the Investors section of company's website atwww.itron.com. The live webcast of the earnings call along with the supplemental slide presentation will begin at 8:00 a.m. EDT and will be accessible via the event link on Itron's website. A telephone replay of the live call will be available at 1:00 p.m. EDT on Oct. 26, 2011 through 1:00 p.m. EDT on Oct. 31, 2011 by dialing (888) 203-1112 or (719) 457-0820 and enter passcode 6304863.


About Itron

Itron enables utilities and cities to safely, securely and reliably deliver critical infrastructure solutions to communities in more than 100 countries. Our portfolio of smart networks, software, services, meters and sensors helps our customers better manage electricity, gas and water resources for the people they serve. By working with our customers to ensure their success, we help improve the quality of life, ensure the safety and promote the well-being of millions of people around the globe. Itron is dedicated to creating a more resourceful world. Join us: www.itron.com.

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