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Prevention of Unintentional Islands in Power Systems with Distributed Resources
This resource examines the phenomenon of unintentional islanding when a portion of the grid continues to be energized by distributed energy resources during a larger outage. It describes potential risks to safety and equipment, reviews existing standards and detection methods, and...
Kroposki, B. NLR
Aug 23, 2016
Impact of IEEE 1547 Standard on Smart Inverters and the Applications in Power Systems
This white paper presents smart inverter features along with the implementation challenges and potential solutions. The paper describes smart inverter functionality and discusses their modeling, capabilities, testing, and certification. Originally published by a "fast track" worki...
Bravo, R. et al California Institute of Technology
Jul 31, 2020
Distributed Energy Resources Interconnection Workshop 2023
The Modern Distributed Energy Resource Capabilities and Deployment Considerations workshop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy Grid Modernization Laboratory Consortium, provided technical support to public utility commissions. Presenters shared insights on who makes decisi...
Ingram, M. et al NLR
Dec 31, 2022
5 Resources
5 Resources
An Overview of Distributed Energy Resource (DER) Interconnection: Current Practices and Emerging Solutions
This guidebook provides an overview of key issues for utilities and utility regulators to consider as deployments of distributed energy resources (DER) increase, including what has been tried in the field and emerging good practices. Topics covered include: Interconnection Applica...
Horowitz, K. et al NLR
Mar 31, 2019
Utility Grid Operator Resources for Future Power Systems Webinar Series
With funding from the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Policy, NLR hosted a webinar series for utility engineers, planners, operators, and industry leaders to gain insights from experts, explore cutting-edge research, and participate in Q&A sessions.
Mendoza Carrilo, I. et al NLR
Jun 04, 2025
9 Resources
9 Resources
ESIC Energy Storage Commissioning Guide
This report updates the previously published Energy Storage Integration Council (ESIC) Energy Storage Commissioning Guide 2018. In order to align with the rapidly changing energy storage technology space, these guidelines were refined to address how commissioning can be most effic...
Electric Power Research Institute
Dec 31, 2022
CERTS Microgrid Demonstration With Large-Scale Energy Storage and Renewable Generation
The Consortium for Electric Reliability Technology Solutions (CERTS) Microgrid concept captures the emerging potential of Distributed Energy Resource (DER) using an automatous plug-and-play approach. CERTS views generation and associated loads as a subsystem or a “Microgrid.” ...
Alegria, E. et al Consortium for Electric Reliability Technology Solutions
Feb 28, 2014
Distributed Energy Resources Interconnection Workshop 2022
Foundational presentations on DER aggregation, wholesale participation, and the role of IEEE 1547 in interconnection. Provides slides and references aimed at regulators and utilities beginning to modernize interconnection practices.
Narang, D. et al NLR
Dec 31, 2021
5 Resources
5 Resources
Distribution System Infographic
Produced by Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, this infographic visually explains the major components of an electric distribution system from substations and feeder lines to transformers, switches, and customer meters. It shows how electricity is routed from the transmission ...
Initiative, M. U.S. Department of Energy
Dec 31, 2025
Lithium-ion Battery Storage Technical Specifications
This FEMP publication provides technical specifications to assist federal agencies in procuring lithium-ion battery energy storage systems. It outlines requirements for system capacity, safety, performance, warranties, testing, and integration with existing infrastructure. The doc...
Program, M. U.S. Department of Energy
Apr 06, 2024
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