The electricity grid stands as the backbone of the energy transition, playing a critical role in global decarbonization. Through our grid modernization efforts, we help clients and stakeholders work towards a sustainable future alongside lower carbon emissions in the power sector. Our strategies reflect local needs, consider new technology
READ MOREThe Grid Modernization Initiative (GMI) works across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to create the modern grid of the future. A modern grid must have: Greater RESILIENCE to hazards of all types. Improved
READ MOREExecutives must try to ensure that improvements in the grid will accomplish three important goals: increase reliability; improve the customer experience; and by doing so. reduce operating and maintenance (O&M) costs. Those questions have never been more pertinent or urgent, since investment in the grid is suddenly fashionable.
READ MOREMeet some of NREL''s experts in grid modernization and explore their research in shaping the electric grid of the future. NREL grid research is led by the Power Systems Engineering Center under the direction of Ben Kroposki and the Grid Planning and Analysis Center under the direction of Jaquelin Cochran. These centers are part of the
READ MOREThe Grid Modernization Initiative (GMI) coordinates research and development (R&D) across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to help set the nation on an affordable path to a resilient, secure, and reliable grid with a reduced
READ MOREGuidehouse was retained by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJ BPU) to assist staff in the grid modernization effort related to resource interconnection for DER. The effort followed a series of steps to assess areas for additional research and potential improvement. Figure ES-1. Methodology Overview.
READ MOREThe Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act that President Biden signed into law last November is a down payment to modernize the electric grid in the United States, but it''s only a piece of what''s needed. The country needs a grid that is faster, more resilient and helps it meet its emissions reduction goals.
READ MOREGrid Modernization and the Smart Grid America''s economy, national security and even the health and safety of our citizens depend on the reliable delivery of electricity. The U.S. electric grid is an engineering marvel with more than 9,200 electric generating units having more than 1 million megawatts of generating capacity connected to more
READ MORESmart grid is essential to accomplish all the fastest technological reformations occurring in generation, transmission and distribution (T&D) of electric power, with growing application of sensors
READ MOREWASHINGTON, D.C.— The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today launched the "Building a Better Grid" Initiative to catalyze the nationwide development of new and upgraded high-capacity electric transmission lines, as enabled by President Biden''s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.Building a Better Grid will work with community and industry
READ MOREThe Innovative Grid Deployment Liftoff report is focused on identifying pathways to accelerate deployment of key commercially available but underutilized advanced grid solutions on the existing transmission and distribution system to address near-term hotspots and modernize the grid to prepare for a wide range of energy futures. Resources:
READ MORErelating every grid feature to its precise location. ArcGIS models grid elements and influences better investment and operational decision-making. It consumes real-time data from sensors and external sources to heighten awareness of threats. Grid modernization is a call to do things more effectively—to maximize whole-
READ MOREBe a Member of Grid Forward. Your organization can play a fundamental role in Grid Forward''s mission to promote and accelerate grid modernization in our region. Your membership will serve you in several ways: Engagement: plug into regular communications, quarterly roundtables, shared-initiative working groups and members-only forums.
READ MORESmart grid is essential to accomplish all the fastest technological. reformations occurring in generation, transmission and distribution (T&D) of. electric power, with growing application of
READ MOREGrid modernization is the umbrella term for projects that update older technologies, equipment and controls with newer ones that improve the utility''s ability to deliver electricity reliably and
READ MOREThis report analyzes utilities'' grid modernization strategies, initiatives, investment plans, deployed technologies and drivers. In this H2 release, Wood Mackenzie expands the H1 report''s scope from 25 to 50 major investor-owned utilities in 30 states, serving 38% of the United States'' electric customers.
READ MOREWithout comprehensive grid modernization, the US cannot meet the growing demand for renewable Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) needed to meet the federal government''s goal of achieving 100% carbon pollution-free electricity by 2035. The Department of Energy estimates that the electric grid must more than double by 2035 to
READ MOREDecember 19, 2023. Event Summary. On December 12 th, A Better City hosted an event with Melissa Lavinson, National Grid''s Head of Corporate Affairs, New England, who discussed National Grid''s Modernization Plan. Electric Distribution Companies (EDCs) are required to develop Electric Sector Modernization Plans (ESMPs) that detail how they
READ MOREThis report offers a thorough analysis of the regulatory decisions affecting utilities'' investment in grid modernization. It examines 80 regulatory proceedings from 50 major investor-owned utilities across 38 states, providing a detailed look into how investment budgets are approved, reduced, denied or withdrawn.
READ MOREOE leads national efforts to develop the next generation of technologies, tools, and techniques for the efficient, resilient, reliable, and affordable delivery of electricity in the U.S. OE manages programs related to modernizing the nation''s power grid, including, but not limited to, grid scale energy storage; smart grid research and
READ MOREThe power and energy industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the growing need for grid modernization to accommodate the increasing adoption of renewable energy sources like solar and wind power. Leading companies are tackling this head-on by investing heavily in grid modernization projects.
READ MOREApplications for the first year and second year funding allocations of the Grid Resilience Formula Grants are due March 31, 2023. This program will distribute up to $2.3 billion over five years. In November 2022, GDO opened the first round of funding for GRIP for fiscal years 2022–2023 and anticipates making selections in 2023.
READ MOREGrid Modernization. The Commission''s top priority is modernizing the District''s distribution energy delivery system. Our goals are to ensure that our energy delivery system remains safe, reliable, and affordable while also becoming more sustainable, interactive, and secure. These goals are linked to the District of Columbia''s energy and
READ MOREDOE''s Grid Modernization Initiative and the Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response will host two summits focused on the initiative and cybersecurity for clean energy. Attendees at both summits will learn about opportunities to engage with DOE-led efforts that are modernizing the future power grid and enabling a
READ MOREThe Grid Modernization Initiative (GMI) works across the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to create the modern grid of the future. Our extensive, reliable power grid has fueled the nation''s growth since the early 1900s; however, the grid we have today does not have the attributes necessary to meet the demands of the 21st century and beyond.
READ MOREThe energy transition will require a dramatic increase in capital spending on the electric grid, delivered at an unprecedented pace. Improving project success is paramount to reaching net zero.
READ MOREThese factors necessitate grid expansion and modernization. However, this is proving to be a bottleneck in achieving clean energy goals, both in terms of the availability of financing and the pace of development. A US$14.3 trillion shortfall in global grid investment is expected by 2050, with an annual global grid infrastructure (transmission
READ MOREThis grid modernization testing facility will bring unique testing capabilities for the Canadian electrical energy industry to help in the evolution to a more decarbonized, decentralized, and digitalized power system. This facility will support a grid system that offers resiliency, efficiency, sustainability, security, adequacy and quality of
READ MOREClean Energy Fund 5 (CEF5) – Grid Modernization Phase Two Applications Posted. August 9, 2023. Timeline. Phase One applications opened March 20, 2023. Phase One applications closed May 4, 2023. Phase Two applications open August 10, 2023. Phase Two applications due September 21, 2023, 12 p.m. PT. Submit questions to
READ MOREThe City Commission of Lakeland, Fla., on Nov. 6 approved an agreement related to plans by Florida public power utility Lakeland Electric to pursue a pilot microgrid project. In June, Cindy Clemmons, Manager of Legislative and Regulatory Relations at Lakeland Electric, made a presentation related to the pilot project under
READ MOREDue to increased renewable energy penetration, the need to reduce carbon emissions and revamp the energy sector has become crucial. Download "How Middle East Energy Transition Will Stimulate Grid Modernization & Digitalization" report by Power Technology Research and learn about how the Middle East needs to revamp its energy sector to
READ MOREThe grid is a marvel of ingenuity and a creation worthy of national pride, but the relentless impacts of climate change, aging infrastructure and a rapidly shifting generation profile have exposed its fragility. Today, electric systems are facing changes comparable to how fixed-line telephone systems transitioned to mobile.
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