A Vision for a Smarter Electric Grid
A Vision for a Smarter Electric Grid
U.S. Electricity Dynamics Markets and Policy Options CSI/USAEE March 30, 2011
Katherine Hamilton Director
What does it look like?
Why is it important? Increased reliability
More balanced and efficient system New manufacturing base, jobs, economic competitiveness Ability to integrate renewables and energy storage Engagement of consumer for more choice and control Reduced carbon emissions
What do we have to worry about? Data privacy Consumer cost and expectations Cybersecurity Standards Relationship with utilities
State versus federal jurisdiction
What policies will get us there? Clear goals on system efficiency Tax credits for new technologies Investment incentives
Federal collaboration and partnership opportunities Interoperability standards Ability to navigate FERC and state issues
What about the actual public? Listening to people Providing tools and education Making sure everyone has access to data
Treating concerns with respect Being transparent Creating culture shift
U.S. Electricity Dynamics Markets and Policy Options CSI/USAEE March 30, 2011
Katherine Hamilton Director
What does it look like?
Why is it important? Increased reliability
More balanced and efficient system New manufacturing base, jobs, economic competitiveness Ability to integrate renewables and energy storage Engagement of consumer for more choice and control Reduced carbon emissions
What do we have to worry about? Data privacy Consumer cost and expectations Cybersecurity Standards Relationship with utilities
State versus federal jurisdiction
What policies will get us there? Clear goals on system efficiency Tax credits for new technologies Investment incentives
Federal collaboration and partnership opportunities Interoperability standards Ability to navigate FERC and state issues
What about the actual public? Listening to people Providing tools and education Making sure everyone has access to data
Treating concerns with respect Being transparent Creating culture shift
