Enabling Grid Integration of Electric Vehicles: NEMA EVSE 40011 Standard

We’re excited to share our involvement in an important industry milestone: the development of the NEMA EVSE 40011 standard, which supports the integration of electric vehicles into the grid. This effort represents a crucial step toward ensuring safe, effective, and standardized communication between EV supply equipment and utility systems. The article—recently published in T&D World—was authored by Aaron Snyder of EnerNex and Steve Griffith of NEMA. The...

Grid Modernization with Artificial Intelligence

Grid Modernization with Artificial Intelligence
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Introduction The electric power industry is undergoing a transformative era, driven by digitalization, renewable energy integration, and increasing consumer demand. Central to this transformation is the ability to manage, analyze, and make sense of the immense volumes of data generated from the Grid. Standards like the International El...

How are utilities using probabilistic planning to tackle the rising complexity and uncertainty in grid operations due to distributed energy resources and fluctuating demand?

How are utilities using probabilistic planning to tackle the rising complexity and uncertainty in grid operations due to distributed energy resources and fluctuating demand?
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ We’ve partnered with utilities to tackle this question, and here are the insights we've gathered.  Model and simulate a variety of possible future scenarios, including demand growth with emerging technologies like heat pumps and Electric Vehicles, Distributed Energy Resource (DER) adoption, and system contingencies.  Identify pot...

10 Key Components of Successful Digital Transformation for Electric Utilities

10 Key Components of Successful Digital Transformation for Electric Utilities
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Introduction The electric utility industry is at a pivotal moment, where the integration of digital technologies is no longer just an option but a necessity. As the demand for reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy grows, electric utilities must embrace digital transformation to remain competitive and relevant. This transformation...

[ESIG Webinar] DER Communication and Data Management: From Interoperability to Impacts

DER Communication and Data Management: From Interoperability to Impacts Tuesday, November 28, 2023 4:00 - 5:00 pm (eastern US) CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE WEBINAR. Featured Speakers: Sean Morash, Principal, Telos Energy and Aaron Snyder, Director of Grid Technology Consulting, EnerNex Registration Cost: FREE Abstract: With increasing emphasis on electrification, continued technology innovation, and changes to federal policy, distributed energy r...

EnerNex 20th Anniversary Marks Years of Innovative Solutions for the Electric Power Industry

EnerNex 20th Anniversary Marks Years of Innovative Solutions for the Electric Power Industry
(via BusinessWire) Knoxville, Tenn., USA, July 18, 2023 —EnerNex, a CESI company, a leading electric power engineering, consulting, and research firm, celebrates its 20th anniversary this month. Company Statement: "EnerNex is proud to celebrate the EnerNex 20th anniversary, marking two decades of providing innovative solutions for the electric power industry. This milestone highlights our journey of groundbreaking advancements, dedicated client service,...

The Energy Journal | May 2023

The Energy Journal | May 2023
V[A Publication From Our CESI Partner] VInfrastructure and Environment: Are We Investing in Prevention? VIn this issue, we turn our attention to concerns that affect not only the energy sector but a multitude of industries. Our Group has Vplenty of experience regarding hydrogeological instability and the solutions that can be implemented to prevent it. VItaly is a wonderful yet fragile country. However, it is exposed to risk by its very nature due t...

2022 IEEE Power & Energy Society Erich Gunther Future Power Innovator Scholarship Recipient

The IEEE Power & Energy Society announced the 2022 Erich Gunther Future Power Innovator Scholarship Recipient: Christopher Peralta, Iowa State University. Christopher was awarded a scholarship to assist in his education expenses and will be presented with a congratulatory plaque at the upcoming 2023 IEEE ISGT, North America (ISGT NA) Conference in Washington DC. "We are impressed with Christopher's accomplishments thus far and look forward to gre...

Q&A with EnerNex Longtime Employee: Sandy Smith

Longtime EnerNex employee Sandy Smith retired from EnerNex after 19 years with the company. Previously, he worked for Electrotek Concepts and SAIC. He served as a project manager for organizations such as Oak Ridge National Laboratory, EPRI, and the Energy Systems Integration Group (ESIG). He also supported marketing and business development efforts at EnerNex. EnerNex’s Carrie Owens sat down for an exit interview with Sandy before his formal retire...
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