Our Focus Clean Energy At SEPA, our members realize that the positive impact of distributed energy resources are magnified when combined with a focus on grid modernization. When combining distributed energy resources with grid modernization efforts, you create a smart, robust and responsive electricity grid. But what does “smart” mean? Smart energy has a variety of connotations, especially in the electric utilities industry. Up until now, smart has been used primarily to describe technology. But technology is only one piece of a much bigger picture. These technologies must be deployed in intelligent ways and as part of an overall plan that accounts for elements like: Consumer preferences System level benefits Grid management Regulatory oversight Standards and interoperability Other elements Grid Modernization Grid Modernization uses technology and asset optimization for a more secure, reliable, resilient, efficient, customer-centric grid. A modern grid will integrate increasing amounts of intermittent and distributed energy resources. This is accomplished by leveraging communications, information technology and data analytics to enable better situational awareness and better grid management. Interoperability Cybersecurity Energy IoT Distributed Energy Resources Management Microgrids We believe smart goes beyond technology. It incorporates these four critical elements: Learn More About SEPA Events & WorkshopsJoin SEPA for an upcoming event or workshop.ResearchOur trusted facts and figures, practically applied.SEPAPower BlogIntellectual perspective on the smart transition to clean energy. Why do over 1,000 organizations call our community home? From objective insights to expert data and analysis, discover the many reasons why utilities, ISOs, technology providers and others call the SEPA community home. View Our Members SEPA Research Our members and distributed energy stakeholders routinely look to us for unbiased and trusted research. View Our Publications 51st State Initiative Imagine the possibilities if we rebuilt the grid from scratch using today's technologies. That's what we're doing in the 51st State. Explore Possibilities Advisory Services We're helping utilities all across the country tackle the challenges of the rapidly changing clean energy landscape so they can provide affordable, safe and reliable electricity. Learn More
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