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Our energy grid is expected to see skyrocketing load demand, with data center power demand in the US alone on track to double from 2022 levels by 2030 (McKinsey). Meeting this demand with clean power and existing infrastructure will become increasingly difficult. Grid Enhancing Technologies (GETs) are hardware and software solutions that are deployed within existing transmission systems to help increase capacity, flexibility, and efficiency of power transfer. These GETs technologies have the potential of addressing the over $21B in estimated annual congestion cost for consumers. Powerhouse has mapped the GETs landscape in order to provide visibility to the different focus areas and highlight the major players in the field. TS Conductor who have installed over 1,000 km of lines globally in the last 5 years LineVision, who uses non-contact sensors and analytics to increase capacity and flexibility of transmission lines Smart Wires Inc., who has released a modular power flow control device capable of injecting a leading or lagging voltage push  NewGrid, who is developing and commercializing topology optimization of grid assets Pearl Street Technologies, who has built digital grid planner tools to accelerate modeling and simulation study time for new projects by up to 200x #GridEnhancingTechnologies #CleanEnergy #MarketResearch Special thanks to Katherine Moldow.

This quarter Powerhouse helped a multinational technology client of ours better understand the growing Grid Enhancing Technologies ( #GETs ) sector, with the aim of identifying which #startup #technologies are best suited for them to partner with in the continued pursuit of developing and operating a fleet of #datacenters running on 24/7 #cleanenergy. Powerhouse provides these services by tapping into our network, the team's practical industry experience, and leveraging Powerhouse's database of 11,000+ #climatetech startups, in this case creating a customized Technical Report that outlined: 🗺 a taxonomy of the GETs, 🏛 analysis of the regulatory landscape, 💹 summary of funding trends (noting total investment 💲's by subdomain <-> to potential grid impact),  💡 suggestions on which technologies are most relevant to the company's operations, and 🤝 an unbiased perspective on which startups best meet this client's criteria for partnership. If you're interested in learning more about how Powerhouse's technical services can help accelerate your partnership and/or investments goals around sustainability and innovation, get in touch!

Live Power’s 1700+ devices deploy generation and transmission data every 60 seconds. Learn how you can use it to track electric power demand, analyze historical trends, gain regional insight, and see market events happen in real time in this blog post by VP of Data Operations, Amber A.. https://hubs.ly/Q02sqGWY0 #PowerMarkets #EnergyData # EnergyIndustry

The adoption of #smart_meters (SM) has been increasing in recent years as part of the transition to smart grids. These new devices offer advantages such as more accurate energy consumption measurements, bi-directional metering, and near real-time data collection, among others. However, in extensive low-voltage (LV) distribution networks, collecting information from the hundreds of installed SMs presents great challenges. The solution: The use of smart data concentrators (SDCs) that facilitate the collection and exchange of information with the smart control center (SCC). In the following article "https://lnkd.in/gsxn7dd4", the optimized installation of data concentrators in extensive LV distribution networks has been analyzed considering the use of wireless and PLC communication technologies. Furthermore, it has also been evaluated how the insertion of residential electric vehicle chargers can influence the coverage and amount of SDCs needed. The obtained results can assist planners in distribution companies in making decisions for future SDC installation planning, contributing to a smoother transition of technology. Acknowledgments to the researchers who contributed to this article: Dr. Renzo Vargas Peralta, Dr. Prof. Ivan Casella, and Dr. Prof. Joel Melo #SmartMethers #SmartDataConcentrators #PLCcommunication #WirelessCommunication #DistributionCompany #Osinergmin #LuzDelSur #EneDistribución #EnelBrasil #GICOP_SE (https://lnkd.in/gTFnFazt)

⚡ Are you ready to power up the energy transition? Today, energy infrastructure faces the perfect storm: • Increasing energy demand • Urgent net-zero targets • Ageing infrastructure Consequently, there is more pressure than ever to meet delivery deadlines and connect the grid to sustainable resources. Innovative technology will be the key to future-proofing energy systems and we're excited to be a part of this once-in-a-generation journey. Big thanks to Powerhouse for including us in this grid-enhancing technologies (GETs) landscape. #GreatGridUpgrade #EnergyTransition

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🌐✨ Exciting Launch: Introducing Topband Battery's Integrated Commercial Energy Storage System - M100G215! 🚀🔋 Safety takes the forefront with the all-new M100G215, where innovation meets security. Equipped with 300+ built-in sensors, this system monitors real-time battery status, analyzing data through cloud connectivity. In the event of any potential issues, maintenance personnel are instantly notified. Key Features: 🔐 Triple Fire Protection: Module-level, cluster-level, and system-level safeguards ensure swift intervention in case of potential safety hazards. ❄️ Efficient Cooling: Utilizing proprietary 150Ah cells with high heat dissipation, along with module and system-level cooling systems, M100G215 maintains optimal performance, limiting temperature rise to 8℃ during operation. 🔄 Consistent Performance: 300mA high-current balance control ensures the uniformity of each cell, maximizing long-term stability and returns for customers. Performance Highlights: ⚡ Output Power: Up to 100KW 🔋 Energy Storage Capacity: 215KWh 🔄 Cycle Life: 12,000+ cycles M100G215 features a prefabricated, modular design for easy installation and maintenance, eliminating the need for expert-level operation. With a cost-effective after-sales model, quick module replacements, and simplified troubleshooting, M100G215 reduces overall installation and operational costs by 35% to 40% compared to traditional solutions. Join us in reshaping the future of energy storage with M100G215 – where innovation meets efficiency! ⚡💼 #TopbandBattery #M100G215 #EnergyStorage #Innovation #SafetyFirst #Sustainability #PoweringTheFuture #TechRevolution

Where innovation SAFELY meets efficiency! Take a moment to check the video and to be introduced to the Battery Integrated Commercial Energy Storage System M100G215! #renewableenergy #topband #ess #lithiumbatteries #energysolution #energyperformance

As Schneider Electric, member of the Edge for Smart Secondary Substation Systems e4salliance, we are proud to announce an important milestone / demo during Enlit Europe in Paris (28-30 Nov).   E4S aims to accelerate the creation of a standards-based, open, interoperable, and secure architecture to improve automation, scalability, security, and manageability of substations worldwide.   Acting as a conversion hub, the Substation needs to facilitate a frictionless exchange of power for a wide variety of assets, including EV charging stations, storage systems, and large and small generation sources.   E4S Alliance will demonstrate the Edge Technologies needed to optimize the management of energy flows in the #smartgrids operated by DSOs and TSOs, while also protecting, preserving and extending the useful life of the existing infrastructure.   During #enliteurope , E4S Alliance is demonstrating how multiple applications can run at the same time on the same standardized hardware platform:   -          Non-Technical Losses detection -          Virtual protection relay -          Detection of broken neutral cable -          Control of smart transformer -          Outage application -          Detection of meter casing opening -          Flood sensors detection -          Video analytics Come and see it during Enlit at the Enedis booth or come to our Schneider Electric booth Hall 7.2 Booth C70 to discuss the progress of the E4S Alliance with our Digital Power experts. #enliteurope2023  

CAN FD: The next big step forward for improving inter-controller communication The quantity of data exchanged in industrial networks keeps growing and this increasing demand for quick data exchange requires an effective communication protocol to enable that transfer. CAN FD (Controller Area Network Flexible Data Rate) is a communication protocol that is revolutionising CAN communication technology for complex and critical applications in power generation and energy management. Some of the benefits of CAN FD compared to the classical CAN include: 🔺Dynamic switch between different data rates and longer or shorter format messages 🔺Faster data speed allowing for greater sharing of data 🔺Greater cost savings 🔺Simplified communication with a greater number of controllers, which leads to reduced hardware requirements, wiring complexity and infrastructure costs 🔺More distributed signals Check out to new expert blog by our product manager, Pavel Durst, to learn more about the advantages of this new communication protocol and what are the essential steps to make the most of it in your daily work: https://lnkd.in/dXC8ECVR