Distributed Energy Resources

Broadly defined, distributed energy resources (DERs) include: a) modular electricity generation (conventional and renewables) and storage technology b) scalable "actions" such as end-use efficiency and "demand management"
DERs can be deployed at or near electrical loads to address utility-wide needs (e.g. increased electric supply) and/or localized needs (e.g. distribution load carrying capacity or reliability).
Prospects for DERs are affected by a spectrum of interesting considerations and drivers such as: technology advancement and acceptance;  technological transformation in the electric utility realm;  mechanical and electrical engineering theory and modeling and; the intriguing nexus between science/technical issues and business/economics issues.

Speaker: Jim Eyer, E&I Consulting