In an article for Utility Dive about power sector trends to monitor this year, United's Harry Godfrey highlighted a growing trend toward distributed resources and demand response technologies as utilities aim to maximize current grid infrastructure and meet rising energy demand.
Topics: PUCs, United In The News, Harrison Godfrey, Transmission, Federal Priorities, Distributed Energy Resources
Failing to leverage proven technologies could cost Texas $18.9 billion
AUSTIN, TX – As utilities once again seek to raise electric rates, a new study commissioned by the Texas Advanced Energy Business Alliance (TAEBA) finds that better use of existing, customer-owned energy technologies could save Texans $18.9 billion over the next decade.
Topics: Press Releases, Texas, Matthew Boms, Distributed Energy Resources
In an opinion piece for the Albuquerque Journal, United's Michael Barrio and Brian Turner discuss how New Mexico can meet growing energy demand by maximizing the use of distributed energy resources (DERs) and virtual power plants (VPPs). The article calls on state leaders to establish clear policies that unlock the full potential of existing advanced energy technologies to lower costs and strengthen grid reliability for all New Mexicans.
Topics: State Policy, United In The News, New Mexico, Brian Turner, Michael Barrio, Virtual Power Plants, Distributed Energy Resources
As Oncor Seeks a Rate Hike, Its Reluctance to Modernize Is Costing Texans Thousands
AUSTIN, TX – As Oncor Electric Delivery petitions the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) to raise electric rates once again, a new study commissioned by the Texas Advanced Energy Business Alliance (TAEBA) finds that Oncor customers could save $8.5 billion over the next decade if the utility integrated more distributed energy resources (DERs) into its system planning and operations.
Topics: Press Releases, Texas, Distributed Energy Resources