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Thanks for sharing Jaume Girona Badia . Grid forming provision may be needed for renewable generation as well. In this case, in a context of variable resource, it is important to control the DC voltage while ensuring grid forming behavior in the AC side. In CITCEA-UPC, we studied this for single-stage PV inverters. We hope our paper is of interest!

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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission recently issued Order 896 to bolster electric grid reliability during extreme weather events. This significant step requires grid planners to incorporate a new approach to long-term transmission planning.   To support this important effort, EPRI, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), and the North American Transmission Forum, Inc. (NATF) are hosting a workshop in Dallas, TX, from May 29-30, 2024, discussing the implications of FERC Order No. 896 and the upcoming TPL-008 draft standard regarding #extremeweather impacts. https://cvent.me/2enlq   The workshop will bring together experts from national labs, R&D organizations, and agencies who will discuss the science behind forward-looking weather data in the long-term transmission planning timeframe. Evan Wilcox from American Electric Power, Rao Kotamarthi from Argonne National Laboratory, Soo Jin Kim from NERC, Kale Ford from NATF, Mohamed M. Osman, P.E. from NERC, Eknath Vittal from EPRI, and many more industry experts. The workshop will be open to the public. Register before May 7th to secure your spot! https://cvent.me/2enlqr

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New Report from NREL: Tidal Energy in Cook Inlet. The purpose of this study was to identify whether tidal energy could be an opportunity for the Railbelt, and the results show that tidal energy could supply a significant portion of the Railbelt’s electrical demand. However, much more analysis is needed before actual tidal energy integration could take place, such as detailed engineering studies that investigate sub-second dynamic response of the new technology, interconnection studies, financial feasibility studies, and more. https://lnkd.in/dsJz3UHj

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We are so pleased to see the new National Renewable Energy Lab Annual Technology Baseline (NREL ATB) report with updated nuclear energy cost estimates from the Idaho National Lab (INL), as recommended in NIA's workshop and report with 100 key stakeholders. We hope and expect this is just the beginning of collaboration and continuous improvement in advanced nuclear energy cost estimates by INL and NREL. To view the NREL ATB report, click here: https://lnkd.in/ehfTy-My To view the recent INL meta-analysis on advanced nuclear reactor cost estimates, click here: https://lnkd.in/eHR---dv To view NIA's initial report on this topic, click here: https://lnkd.in/eJr3wftg

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IMO distribution licensees may integrate BESS at MV/LV distribution substation level. "Now is the time to have a proper debate on the role well-regulated distributors can play in the energy transition beyond maintaining poles and wires." https://lnkd.in/gxA7fkBT

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Our Jennifer Danis has offered some thoughts on the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's soon-to-be-finalized transmission rule and the role that modeling should play in grid expansion planning. Read the full blog here ⬇ https://lnkd.in/g-_AP37S

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Free SCE Webinar: Energy Storage Basics, June 28, 10am -12pm PT: https://buff.ly/3yRjzoo @SCE #ESS #energystorage #energy #renewableenergy #cleanenergy #batteries #solar #buildings #greenbuilding #electrification #infrastructure #utilities #electricity #decarbonization #EVs #free

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Free SCE Webinar: Energy Storage Basics, June 28, 10am -12pm PT: https://buff.ly/3yRjzoo @SCE #ESS #energystorage #energy #renewableenergy #cleanenergy #batteries #solar #buildings #electricity #greenbuilding #infrastructure #utilities #electrification #decarbonization #EVs #free

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Karen Herter, this is an incredibly timely and helpful report. Most telecom and energy engineers are focused on deploying two-way networks and IP connectivity to everything. In contrast, this report provides strategic quantification of the benefits of using multiple existing networks to provide hyperconnectivity to demand response devices. Well done!!!

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The Department of Energy has issued a roadmap to speed up and improve grid interconnections, unlocking a 2.6 TW backlog. This includes new fast-track options and better utilization of existing services like surplus interconnection and energy-only service. Read on for more plan details here: https://bit.ly/3xSsYvr #transmission #distribution #gridintegration #utility #gridsecurity

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The Department of Energy has issued a roadmap to speed up and improve grid interconnections, unlocking a 2.6 TW backlog. This includes new fast-track options and better utilization of existing services like surplus interconnection and energy-only service. Read on for more plan details here: https://bit.ly/3xSsYvr #transmission #distribution #gridintegration #utility

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For anyone who will be at IEEE Power & Energy Society T&D Conference feel free to stop by our panel session on #EVs and #gridreliability. Will be an interesting cross-sector discussion including technology provider, independent system operator, and utility perspectives among others. E-mobility is driving the blending of Transmission and Distribution system planning, design, and operations. Particularly with the growing prevalence of distributed energy resources, IoT and grid-edge technologies, and virtual power plants (#VPPs).

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⚡ The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's Order 1920 represents a monumental step forward in the energy sector by calling upon past practices. ⚡ The order aims to focus on long-range planning requirements for electric transmission providers. The order pivots from the near-term planning methods to more conventional long-range planning methods with twenty-year planning horizons. This shift aims to improve: ▪ Collaboration among transmission providers and state/federal processes on a regional basis ▪ Enhance cost allocation methods ▪ Unlock nationwide renewable energy sources ▪ Support electrification-driven load growth ▪ Enhance resiliency against extreme events while accommodating clean energy sources. This new development brings a sense of nostalgia for the long-term transmission planners from the classical perspective taken more than 20 years ago, and it's a decision that many would reason is long overdue. To learn more about navigating long term transmission planning, speak to one of our transmission & interconnection experts at https://www.enernex.com/ (Tom Jones, PE) #TransmissionPlanning #FERCorder1920 #GridModernization

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⚡️JUST RELEASED: DOE’s new roadmap outlining solutions to speed up the interconnection of clean energy onto the nation’s transmission grid and clear the existing backlog of solar, wind, and battery projects seeking to be built. Get the scoop👇

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The Department of Energy recently published a new report titled "Pathways to Commercial Liftoff: Innovative Grid Deployment." The report takes an in-depth look at the potential of advanced grid solutions that are currently available but underutilized. It provides perspectives on market opportunities, challenges, and actionable solutions for the commercialization of key grid technologies. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the report and which priorities you're working to integrate into your team's grid modernization journey. Watch this space because we'll be sharing our own take on the report in an upcoming blog! Follow the link to the DOE report: https://lnkd.in/eewAWjyZ #GridOrchestration #GridOS #PowerGrid #GridModernization #GridTechnology

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We are there for the communities affected by natural disasters and Mother Nature in general. The climate severity is ever-changing, and MasTec Utility Services is there. #climatechange #emergencyrestoration #heroesdonotalwayswearcapes

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