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Distributed Energy Resource Integration Challenges

with Rich Barone, Hawaiian Electric; John Powers, Extensible Energy; Matt Carlson, Aquanta

recorded September 27, 2018

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This online discussion will explore how Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) pose unique opportunities and challenges for distribution system planners and operators, emerging technology teams, and program managers alike.  Often lacking a common nomenclature, all parties struggle to understand and define the benefits delivered and costs imposed by the increasing assortment of DERs being deployed on both sides of the meter. This discussion will start with a framing discussion by Kelsey Horowitz of NREL, whose recent work includes development of a cost/benefit framework for PV integration into utility distribution systems. That introduction will be followed by perspectives from Interest Group participants who will identify some of the challenges, opportunities and forward-looking concepts on DER technology, communications and control, and customer engagement.

Discussion participants will include:

Kelsey Horowitz NREL

Rich Barone Hawaiian Electric

John Powers Extensible Energy

Matt Carlson Aquanta