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Subsequent Events Subsequent Event [Text Block]	12 Months Ended
Subsequent Events Subsequent Event [Text Block]	Dec. 31, 2014
Subsequent Events [Abstract]
Subsequent Events [Text Block]	Subsequent Events Stock Repurchases On February 19, 2015, Itron's Board of Directors authorized a new repurchase program of up to $50 million of our common stock over a 12-month period, beginning February 19, 2015. Repurchases are made in the open market or in privately negotiated transactions and in accordance with applicable securities laws.