Our Focus

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