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Great article from Sara Baldwin. Power Demand Reduction (DR) on the consumer side is a critical component to balancing our growing grid power needs. But we must go beyond traditional DR that curtails power and give the customers a means to reduce their own peak power behind-the-meter. Affordable, high-power energy storage is the key.

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How can industries make the most of their current and future distributed control systems?  Hear from our experts how plants can manage software obsolescence and cybersecurity compliance to operate sustainably and profitably for years to come http://spr.ly/6002dmyFw

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As the energy landscape rapidly evolves, utilities face the growing challenge of ensuring a reliable and resilient grid. The key? Advanced grid orchestration applications -- with scalable deployment. 🔌 The urgency of the energy transition calls for strategic deployment of grid applications. And with GridOS® Evergreen Testing and Delivery, that's exactly what you'll get. ⚡ Faster deployments avoid lengthy launch timelines that unnecessarily drag out time-to-value. GridOS Evergreen Testing and Delivery gets solutions in place quicker and easier. Learn more about how to shift from upgrades to updates here: https://vernova.is/4bahB0C #GridOS #GridOrchestration #GridInnovation

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Alternative terminology for “advanced conductors” might be “modern conductors” or “efficient conductors”. For a technology that can double transfer capability by 2x at the same voltage, ROW, I wonder if we’re getting closer to seeing a filiment to LED bulb-type shift for both replacement projects, and new builds? As we think about what new HVDC lines for #offshorewind to connect to, how to move power to loads like data centers, how to interconnect a range of new power sources quickly and at a lower cost, and how to mitigate vegetation contact and wildfire issues associated with thermal sag, advanced / modern / efficient conductors are some of the lowest hanging, fast, and impactful options. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s #interconnection order 2023 moves in this direction by at least requiring the study of advanced conductor options. This moves the discussion to a more deliberate consideration of a conductor choice in scarce new and existing ROWs. Will conductors eventually have efficiency standards at a given voltage like lighting or appliances? #transmission #enegy

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The growing trend of consumers becoming prosumers shows no sign of slowing. How can the resulting power demand complexity and variability be managed? With flexible energy infrastructures and renewable integrations. Manish Kumar explains how microgrids make energy demand-side flexibility a reality. http://spr.ly/6043ocq7v #microgrids #prosumers #sustainability

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Unleashing Consumer Energy - Report overview and panel discussion Webinar registration: https://lnkd.in/g-u5GJxk Report: https://lnkd.in/g6fbDd5E

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For those not familiar with the Advanced Energy Group Stakeholder Challenges, you should be checking these out!   I attended the Chicago challenge last week, hosted by Holland & Knight LLP. The focus was on Equitable Grid Modernization, and H.G. Chissell elegantly stated that “inequity” is “asymmetric suffering,” so our focus would be on areas where grid modernization is needed to address asymmetric grid performance (see story map link below). These Stakeholder Challenges create volunteer Task Forces to identify a specific challenge to tackle and set both a 90-day sprint and 12-month goal to catalyze action. The attendees were leaders from a diverse group of organizations, from government (including Agronne National Laboratory), utilities, academia, community based organizations and businesses.   Within the course of a morning, the Challenge event builds toward the Task Force creation and launch. Initial speakers – Doug Scott, Chairman of the ICC, Hilary Scott-Ogunrinde of the State of Illinois, and Dale Player of Commonwealth Edison – set the context on equitable grid modernization. And then four stakeholders – Kristol Simms of Ameren Illinois, Julieta Giraldez of Electric Power Engineers, Dr. Steven Meneses of City Colleges of Chicago and Erin Grossi of Northwestern University – each laid out a particular challenge to address. Stakeholders debated, vied and voted on their favorite challenge and then within that challenge, debated, vied and voted again to select a specific 90-day sprint and 12-month goal.   What was truly refreshing about the event is the “walk away” with a specific project to make a difference and a collective commitment to follow through. Combining content, challenge, debate, fun and action within a four-hour meeting is no small thing, and AEG is very good at this.   I strongly encourage you to check for Stakeholder Challenges in your area, and stay tuned for updates from our Q3 Task Force!

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The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) has published a groundbreaking resource to help utilities optimize data and modernize grid infrastructure. "Distribution Automation in the Energy Transition" highlights how distribution automation (DA) technologies enhance grid resilience, sustainability, and efficiency. Erich Keller, Manager, Engineering Power Grid Automation, G&W Electric and Chair of NEMA’s Distribution Automation section says, “Distribution Automation not only helps operators monitor the grid and recover from faults today, but it will also enable new and cleaner generation sources in the grid of the future.” Learn more here: https://ow.ly/CAl150Su7ni

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At a time when runaway demand growth is already unleashing havoc across grids worldwide, we are hearing that lead times for one of the most critical grid components, Transformers, are now pushing out to 3-4 years. Not a great sign for grids already buckling under the strain of old, outdated infrastructure. #cloudcomputing #cryptomining #energyinfrastructure #climatechange #gridoptimization #smartgrid #batterystorage #energyefficiency #smartbuildings #iot #ev #energytransition #energynews https://lnkd.in/gZeZTMtP

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Utilities have the opportunity to collect massive amounts of #Data — in fact, some #Utilities have more data than they know what to do with and are struggling to pinpoint helpful insights. Itron, Inc. CEO, Tom Deitrich, spoke with Powergrid International and emphasized the power of the next generation of endpoints, which will utilize multiple applications to complete a range of specific tasks. Rather than just #Meters, endpoint devices should be seen as grid sensor and grid control mechanisms. Read more insights from Tom:

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How can utilities unlock the full potential of fleet electrification for their customers? Join us and Utility Dive on November 6 to hear from leaders at ICF and National Grid as they discuss how to overcome key challenges and implement effective programs. https://okt.to/IjgLPA

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As the U.S. industrial sector expands, competition for #energy resources is heating up. How can businesses ensure reliable and cost-effective energy supply? Our new whitepaper, "Industrial Combined Heat & Power for the Energy Transition," explores how industrial combined heat and power (CHP) can offer a sustainable and reliable solution 💜

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The new #ERCOT mandate can become a pressing issue but we are here to help! Please reach out to explore how we can help!

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AEP’s 2024 Corporate Sustainability Report is out!

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WEBINAR TODAY: Join us at 1pm ET today for our panel discussion about how virtual power plants can help regulators, utilities, and other grid stakeholders manage key challenges facing the grid. Register: https://hubs.ly/Q02PH6SN0

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Exciting times ahead in the world of electric vehicles! EV sales are estimated to reach 4.6 million units by 2030 and #Utilites need to proactively prepare for the increased demand on the grid. How? With distributed intelligence (DI). Itron, Inc. is at the forefront of the shift to electrified transportation with innovative solutions that enhance grid reliability and efficiency, making it easier to integrate the influx of #EVs and EV charging infrastructure. Learn how Itron's DI solution is revolutionizing the EV landscape:

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As the #energytransition meets the age of AI, utilities must rapidly implement grid edge intelligence to maximize energy efficiency, meet customer demands, and integrate distributed generation resources. Sense's Colin Gibbs, VP of Energy Services joins Carlos Nouel, National Grid and Anand Vedapuri, MBA from CPS Energy for a thoughtful conversation on how to provide consumers and utilities with the insight they need to successfully navigate this transition. Register now! https://lnkd.in/gkhPHhm5

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Focusing on the physical side of increasing resilience is easy--building things is comfortable for us. Improving resilience through process, systems, and data quality is the way we will achieve true resiliency as an industry. Resilience stands out as a critical concern for policymakers and utility executives alike. While substantial investments are being made to enhance the grid's resilience through infrastructure hardening, the pivotal soft aspects of resilience building often do not receive adequate attention. Processes, systems, and data play a crucial role in bolstering resilience. To achieve the desired outcomes sought by both government entities and customers, a comprehensive industry-specific approach is essential. This approach should encompass a range of capabilities that seamlessly integrate the hard and soft(ware) components of resilience. Excited to discuss this further at EEI TDMMA next week as we delve into how we are assisting partners in leading the industry by focusing on the "soft" skills of resilience! Stay tuned for more thought leadership through an upcoming white paper for detailed insights. #Resilience #Infrastructure #Data #Processes #Systems #Utility #IndustryInsights #GridEmergencyManagement #TDMMA24

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Utilities need to take immediate action to improve the resiliency and reliability of the #Electric grid. As part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), the Grid Resilience State and Tribal Formula Grants provide the opportunity to do exactly that. In Itron, Inc.'s newest blog of the #IIJA series, Dan Pfeiffer, vice president of government and regulatory affairs, shares how these funds can help grant recipients sustainably, cost-effectively and timely:

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