As America’s electric power grids undergo a remarkable transformation, technologies like Virtual Power Plants, microgrids, and advanced energy storage systems are emerging as cornerstones of resilience, reliability, and decarbonization. These innovative solutions, combined with smart meters, bidirectional vehicle charging, and advanced transmission technologies, are redefining how energy is generated, stored, and consumed. With federal investments and state-driven initiatives paving the way, the integration of grid-edge technologies holds the promise of a cleaner, more efficient, and future-proof energy landscape.
What if Consumers were the Changemakers Demanding a Decentralized Grid?
A report from Boston Consulting Group suggests that a consumer-driven strategy could significantly enhance the adoption of clean energy technologies more rapidly than traditional supply-side methods.
Are We In a Period of Runaway Hype about Electric Demand?
The text warns about the risks of inflated electric demand forecasts, particularly for AI data centers and the power sector. It highlights concerns over potential overbuilding and reliance on traditional energy methods, advocating for innovative distributed energy resources (DERs). The narrative stresses the importance of critically evaluating demand predictions and the need for urgent new energy solutions to meet rising electricity demands.
Canada’s Oshawa Power to implement flexibility aggregation platform
Ontario municipal utility Oshawa Power is to pilot the role of aggregated DERs in improving grid reliability and reducing emissions. Oshawa Power, which distributes power to the city of Oshawa […]
Smart Meters in Distributed Energy Resources
Smart meters are transforming the management of renewable energy. By providing real-time data on consumption and generation, they enhance control and visibility for utilities in balancing supply and demand and integrating renewable sources into the grid. Smart meters also enable greater control over energy usage and play a crucial role in managing energy storage systems to optimize efficiency.