Summary of Accomplishments - In support of Appalachian Regional Commission: Volunteer Energy Cooperative IoT Innovation Ecosystem Project
Abstract
The U.S. electric power grid is undergoing a rapid change due to the expansion of Distributed Energy Resources (DER) (e.g. photovoltaic systems and rooftop solar plus batteries), widespread use of Electric Vehicles (EV) and charging stations, as well as changes in the magnitude and timing of electrical demand (due to controllable customer loads and the electrification of transportation). This transformation creates both challenges and opportunities to advance the resilience of the system. Electric utilities like Volunteer Energy Cooperative (VEC) are currently engaged in grid modernization efforts, such as smart grid adoption, to prepare todays electric grid for emerging changes in infrastructure and business models.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Oct 31, 2022
- Accession Number
- AD1185522
Entities
People
- Reynaldo O. Sacedo Ulerio
Organizations
- Massachusetts Institute of Technology