MGI's Zimmer Joins Microgrid Innovation Forum March 15
at the George Washington University
Panel discussion addresses how to build successful microgrid-utility relationships
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Washington, D.C.: Microgrid Institute Washington Counsel Michael Zimmer is scheduled on Thurs., March 15, to join a panel discussion on building successful microgrid-utility relationships during the 6th Microgrid Global Innovation Forum. Titled "Working with Utilities: How to Make the Microgrid-Utility Relationship Work for Everyone," the panel will address how microgrids can enhance 21st-century utility operations, approaches to engaging utilities in project development, and vital areas to consider in microgrid planning and feasibility assessment.
Zimmer's remarks will focus on the critical role of microgrids in support of the modernization of the US grid. Success will be driven by new innovation especially in business models and attracting capital for these integrative investments for future grid reliability, resilience and customer service. This transformation in the electric sector must manage challenges ahead for all stakeholders, customers and vendors and not just electric utilities. Technology may drive critical choices over historical and outdated regulations. Utilities that adapt to this transformation will be positioned to capture the opportunities ahead.
”While we may be functioning increasingly in a winner-takes-all economy, not all companies will be winners," Zimmer said. "Increasing recognition of collaboration and partnering will be essential for success among electric stakeholders and vendors. This is required to capture the technology, market values, and potential for customer service based on performance and value in the new electric economy of the 21st century. If this is not recognized, only 25% of the true market potential of these newer technologies and innovations will be achieved, and U.S. productivity and competitiveness will be challenged and likely decline.“
The global microgrid market size was valued at USD 3.76 billion in 2016, and is expected to reach USD 17.51 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 17.0%, according to Grand View Research. The drivers behind this include the need for greater grid reliability and resiliency, the integration and control of distributed energy resources into the grid, as well as the desire by commercial and industrial end users to control energy costs and adopt more on-site renewable energy generation.
The 6th Microgrid Global Innovation Forum, March 14-15, 2018 in Washington, D.C. (www.microgridinnovation.com) brings together key thought leaders, utilities, energy providers, and other stakeholders to examine the latest technology developments and lessons learned in the design, implementation and operation of hybrid renewable energy microgrids.
“This will be a tremendous opportunity to interact directly with companies at the cutting-edge of microgrid deployment,” says Daniel Coran, editor of the Smart Grid Observer and program manager of the Forum. “Top utilities will be speaking who are pushing the envelope in terms of leveraging microgrids for grid resiliency, service flexibility, and DER integration.”
This 6th edition of the Forum will zero in on refining the value proposition and business case for microgrids in North America, integration with the larger grid, and case studies of grid-tied and off-grid projects and pilots to date.
Joining Zimmer on the 10 a.m. Thursday panel is Pete Falcier, Vice President, Analytics & Regulatory Affairs, GI Energy. Other speakers for the two-day forum include:
The Forum will be held March 14-15, 2018 in the Marvin Center at the George Washington University. Previous versions of the Forum have been held in Irvine, California; Barcelona, Spain; and Lisbon, Portugal. Topics to be addressed during the two-day conference include:
- Using Innovative Business Models to Solve Today's Biggest Energy Challenges
- Advanced Microgrid Controllers, Hierarchy of Control, Advanced Applications, and Electric Company Interconnection
- Microgrids and DER Integration
- Disruptive Generation: Bypassing the Traditional Grid Paradigm
- Lessons from the Implementation of Utility-Owned Islandable Microgrids
- Benefits of Multi-Stakeholder, Multi-Partner Microgrids
- The Role of Microgrids in Non-Wires Strategies
- Public-Private Partnerships and Utility Cooperation in Microgrids
- Utility's Strategy and Vision for Handling Distributed Energy Resources
- Developing a Regulatory Eco-System for Advanced Microgrids
- Ensuring Reliable Power for Commercial and Industrial Sites with Microgrids
- and more
“North America is a key market for microgrid growth,” Coran notes. “This Forum is unique in that attendees will hear directly from utilities who have real world lessons to share and who will be discussing success strategies in this market going forward.”
The Microgrid Global Innovation Forum series is organized by the Smart Grid Observer, an online information resource covering current trends and developments in smart grid, renewable energy, and greentech sectors around the world.
Attendees who enter the special discount code “MGK15” when registering will receive 15% off the standard rates.
Event Partners include: Microgrid Institute, Microgrid Media, Microgrid Knowledge, Smart Grid Today, EE Online, Emerge Alliance, Navigant Research, Solar Server, altenergymag.com, and Environmental Xprt.
For full information and to register, visit www.microgridinnovation.com
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Zimmer's remarks will focus on the critical role of microgrids in support of the modernization of the US grid. Success will be driven by new innovation especially in business models and attracting capital for these integrative investments for future grid reliability, resilience and customer service. This transformation in the electric sector must manage challenges ahead for all stakeholders, customers and vendors and not just electric utilities. Technology may drive critical choices over historical and outdated regulations. Utilities that adapt to this transformation will be positioned to capture the opportunities ahead.
”While we may be functioning increasingly in a winner-takes-all economy, not all companies will be winners," Zimmer said. "Increasing recognition of collaboration and partnering will be essential for success among electric stakeholders and vendors. This is required to capture the technology, market values, and potential for customer service based on performance and value in the new electric economy of the 21st century. If this is not recognized, only 25% of the true market potential of these newer technologies and innovations will be achieved, and U.S. productivity and competitiveness will be challenged and likely decline.“
The global microgrid market size was valued at USD 3.76 billion in 2016, and is expected to reach USD 17.51 billion by 2025, growing at a CAGR of 17.0%, according to Grand View Research. The drivers behind this include the need for greater grid reliability and resiliency, the integration and control of distributed energy resources into the grid, as well as the desire by commercial and industrial end users to control energy costs and adopt more on-site renewable energy generation.
The 6th Microgrid Global Innovation Forum, March 14-15, 2018 in Washington, D.C. (www.microgridinnovation.com) brings together key thought leaders, utilities, energy providers, and other stakeholders to examine the latest technology developments and lessons learned in the design, implementation and operation of hybrid renewable energy microgrids.
“This will be a tremendous opportunity to interact directly with companies at the cutting-edge of microgrid deployment,” says Daniel Coran, editor of the Smart Grid Observer and program manager of the Forum. “Top utilities will be speaking who are pushing the envelope in terms of leveraging microgrids for grid resiliency, service flexibility, and DER integration.”
This 6th edition of the Forum will zero in on refining the value proposition and business case for microgrids in North America, integration with the larger grid, and case studies of grid-tied and off-grid projects and pilots to date.
Joining Zimmer on the 10 a.m. Thursday panel is Pete Falcier, Vice President, Analytics & Regulatory Affairs, GI Energy. Other speakers for the two-day forum include:
- Dr. John Caldwell, Director of Economics, Edison Electric Institute
- Eric Stein - Manager R&D and New Technology Programs, Exelon/PECO
- Charles Hookham, P.E., Director, Project Management and Engineering, CMS Energy
- Howard Smith - Manager, Distributed Energy Resources Policy, Southern Company
- Jon Mele, General Engineer, Distributed Energy Resources Planning & Analytics, Pepco
- Aleksandar Vukojevic, P.E., Technology Development Manager, Duke Energy
- Peter H. Asmus, Principal Research Analyst, Navigant Research
- Brian Mehler, Commercial Business Manager, Direct Energy
- Larisa Dobriansky, Chief Business & Policy Innovation Officer, General Microgrids
- Hamideh Bitaraf, Ph.D., Microgrid Advisor, ABB
- Christopher Evanich, Application Director of Microgrids, S&C Electric
- Bruce Nordman, Research Scientist, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
- Kevin Meagher, President, Power Analytics
- Mark Feasel, Vice President, Electric Utility Segment & Smart Grid, Schneider Electric
- Eric Coffman, Chief of the Office of Energy & Sustainability (OES), Montgomery County, Maryland
- Steven Pullins, Vice President, Dynamic Energy Networks
- Travis Simpkins, PhD, Chief Technology Officer, muGrid Analytics
- David E. Geary, PE, Co-Founder / Principal Engineer, DCfusion
- James T. Reilly, Principal, Reilly Associates and Senior Member, IEEE Power Engineering Society
- And many others
The Forum will be held March 14-15, 2018 in the Marvin Center at the George Washington University. Previous versions of the Forum have been held in Irvine, California; Barcelona, Spain; and Lisbon, Portugal. Topics to be addressed during the two-day conference include:
- Using Innovative Business Models to Solve Today's Biggest Energy Challenges
- Advanced Microgrid Controllers, Hierarchy of Control, Advanced Applications, and Electric Company Interconnection
- Microgrids and DER Integration
- Disruptive Generation: Bypassing the Traditional Grid Paradigm
- Lessons from the Implementation of Utility-Owned Islandable Microgrids
- Benefits of Multi-Stakeholder, Multi-Partner Microgrids
- The Role of Microgrids in Non-Wires Strategies
- Public-Private Partnerships and Utility Cooperation in Microgrids
- Utility's Strategy and Vision for Handling Distributed Energy Resources
- Developing a Regulatory Eco-System for Advanced Microgrids
- Ensuring Reliable Power for Commercial and Industrial Sites with Microgrids
- and more
“North America is a key market for microgrid growth,” Coran notes. “This Forum is unique in that attendees will hear directly from utilities who have real world lessons to share and who will be discussing success strategies in this market going forward.”
The Microgrid Global Innovation Forum series is organized by the Smart Grid Observer, an online information resource covering current trends and developments in smart grid, renewable energy, and greentech sectors around the world.
Attendees who enter the special discount code “MGK15” when registering will receive 15% off the standard rates.
Event Partners include: Microgrid Institute, Microgrid Media, Microgrid Knowledge, Smart Grid Today, EE Online, Emerge Alliance, Navigant Research, Solar Server, altenergymag.com, and Environmental Xprt.
For full information and to register, visit www.microgridinnovation.com
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