Own a building or home? How energy efficient is it? The efficient use of energy is an important element towards the development of a smarter grid. One of the first steps to making a building or home more efficient is to
Smart Grid Legal News
Regulatory Insight on Grid Modernization
Smart Grid Legal News, published by Stevens & Lee P.C., focuses on legal and regulatory developments affecting the energy and utilities sector, particularly in relation to smart grid technologies. The blog covers topics such as cybersecurity standards and incentives for utilities, resilience of electric and oil and natural gas infrastructure against severe weather and cyber threats, and the application of emerging technologies like blockchain in energy markets. It also addresses regulatory guidance, utility ratemaking procedures, and compliance with federal and state energy policies. The content is aimed at legal professionals, industry stakeholders, and policymakers interested in the intersection of energy law, technology, and infrastructure resilience.
Latest from Smart Grid Legal News - Page 7
FERC Will Hold Technical Conference on Capacity Markets
By Linda Evers
Ever wanted to gain a better understanding of capacity markets? The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (“FERC” or “Commission”) will provide the perfect opportunity. On September 25, 2013, the Commission’s staff will hold a technical conference to consider how current centralized capacity…
Smart Grid Apps and Privacy
By Linda Evers
To optimize smart meter customer benefits, mobility will be critical. For example, to communicate with customers regarding real-time pricing then to provide them with the ability to respond by interacting with appliances and other behind-the-meter devices, there will need to be…
White House Report on Weather and Grid Resilience
By Linda Evers
I was not surprised when a recent White House Report stated that weather is the leading cause of power outages. The impact of these natural events can often be felt on a personal and professional level as homes are damaged…
In Texas, Smart Meter Opt-Out Has a New Name — Non-Standard Meters
By Linda Evers
The Public Utility Commission of Texas (“Commission”) says that after years of vetting smart meter deployment through public hearings, workshops and four contested cases, no one objected to orders requiring full deployment and cost recovery of advanced meters. And when…
FERC Seeks Comments on Proposed Rule Changes Related to Communications between Natural Gas Pipelines and Electric Transmission Operations
By Linda Evers
Natural gas as a fuel source for electric generation has increased and the trend is likely to continue, resulting in an ongoing dialog regarding the interdependence of the natural gas and electric industries. In February 2012, the Commission began to…
DOE’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy
By Linda Evers
Demand response, energy efficiency and renewable energy all play a role in the development of the smart grid. Given the services they offer, I thought the Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) deserves a shout…
EPA Will Host Workshop on the Water and Energy Nexus
By Linda Evers
Electric, Natural Gas, Water and Telephone…effective collaboration between these industries will improve our infrastructure. It is part of the smart in our push for a more intelligent grid. The FERC has held many workshops on Electric-Gas Coordination. On August 6,…
DOE and Electric Industry Collaborate on Smart Grid Customer Engagement Guide
By Linda Evers
Utilities service territories are unique in many ways, including geography and culture. Despite the differences, there are benefits gained from studying the experiences of peers. Voices of Experience|Insights on Smart Grid Customer Engagement provides practical advice from utilities that have implemented…
Demand Response 2.0 and Smart Grid 2.0: The Conversation Continues
By Linda Evers
With smart grid events being offered almost daily, unless your day job is to attend seminars, a vetting of the agenda and presenters is critical. The Association for Demand Response & Smart Grid, now simply known as ADS, is celebrating…