Data is power: Why technology is the backbone of DER integration
Part Two of this three-part series shifts focus from regulatory reform to the technological breakthroughs that make DER participation possible. From the falling cost of microprocessors to the rise of advanced metering infrastructure and predictive analytics, we explore how data, telemetry, and intelligent control systems have become the backbone of the distributed energy economy.
Virtual power plants and the data-driven future of distributed energy
The evolution of energy markets from vertically integrated utilities to open access competitive markets has created a power grid increasingly integrating smaller and more diverse distributed energy resources requiring robust interaction for integration and management.
Sunrun, PG&E launch virtual power plant program to strengthen California’s grid
The partnership will support the development of new long-term programs to meet the California Energy Commission’s load-shifting goals.
Renew Home brings personalization to virtual power plants
The VPP provider adds a focus on subtle energy shifts to help ratepayers lower energy costs without sacrificing their comfort.
Piclo opens electric grid flexibility marketplace in California
The distributed energy resource market provider enables operators of batteries, smart EV chargers, and demand response systems to sell flexible capacity to utilities.
Maine will not pursue a distribution system operator to advance distributed resources
The Maine Governor’s Energy Office has invited comments on how the state may best meet its energy system goals, including growth of distributed energy resources. The office is not pursuing a distribution system operator as a means to meet those goals.
Sunrise brief: IEA forecasts over 4,000 GW of new solar by 2030
Also on the rise: Form Energy raises $405 million for its multi-day iron-air batteries. Bipartisan initiative to accelerate deployment of distributed energy resources in U.S. And more.
Sunrise brief: Nextracker posts 50% year-over-year revenue growth
Also on the rise: IEA PVPS certifies that floating PV systems have small carbon footprint. Students from University of Michigan win solar car race. And more.
U.S. household energy can wield 15 GW to affordably meet electricity demand
A report from Deloitte showed how distributed energy resources (DER) can help the U.S. meet its climate goals while improving the functionality of the grid.
Sunrise brief: Tesla reports record energy storage deployment figures
Also on the rise: Microsoft signs two large solar power purchase agreements. Amphenol begins operations at solar junction box factory in Arizona. And more.
