Connecting distributed energy resources including wind, solar, storage and gas-fired generation to the grid requires us to handle increasing grid complexity while improving grid utilization and, in some instances, creating new business opportunities.
Utilities are being asked to think outside the box for grid solutions. Properly evaluating the array of energy options requires an innovative approach.
With the increased penetration of DERs and other grid innovations, the field demonstration of emerging technologies becomes ever more important. Evaluation in the laboratory is necessary but innovative field tests are equally critical.
Strategy calls for more renewable generating resources, more energy efficiency, and increased customer demand-response measures to help balance peak loads
