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Informative Background on the Interoperability Requirements in IEEE Std 1547-2018
This NREL report summarizes the interoperability requirements in the revised Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Standard 1547-2018 (IEEE Std 1547-2018). Additionally, the report provides context and related background concepts for applying advanced interoperability ...
Ingram, M. et al NLR
Jun 30, 2021
Coupled Transmission and Distribution Simulations To Assess Distributed Energy Resource To Power System Faults
This resource describes a methodology that couples transmission and distribution system simulations to assess how distributed energy resources (DER) affect power-system fault responses. By linking detailed distribution models with bulk power system models, researchers can evaluate...
Kenyon, R. et al University of Colorado Boulder
Nov 30, 2020
Performance Evaluation of Peer-to-Peer Distributed Microgrids Coordination for Voltage Regulation
This paper presents the performance evaluation of a peer-to-peer microgrids coordination algorithm for sub-transmission systems. As distributed energy resources (DERs) in distribution system start to show negative impact to the bulk power system, a paradigm shift is needed for tra...
Gan, H. et al NLR
Dec 31, 2021
Integration of Electrolysis Systems Into Isolated Microgrid Systems at Extreme Cold Climates
Isolated microgrid systems are generally used to power communities in remote locations where transmission line installations are cost prohibitive. These systems are usually powered by diesel generators, delivering expensive energy with high carbon emissions. However, most of these...
Nemsow, N. et al Karlsruche Institute of Technology
Dec 31, 2024
2024 Standard Scenarios Report: A U.S. Electricity Sector Outlook
NREL's 2024 Standard Scenarios report offers a comprehensive outlook for the U.S. electricity sector using a suite of scenarios that incorporate varying assumptions about technology costs, policy landscapes, and market trends. The report presents projections of generation mix, cap...
Gagnon, P. et al NLR
Nov 30, 2024
Sourcing Distributed Energy Resources for Distribution Grid Services
This DOE report explores how utilities and grid operators can procure and coordinate distributed energy resources (DERs) such as solar, storage, and demand response to provide distribution grid services. It analyzes market structures, procurement mechanisms, and regulatory framewo...
Electricity, O. U.S. Department of Energy
Nov 30, 2024
Fuel Cell Backup Power System for Grid-Service and Micro-Grid in Telecommunication Applications
This paper presents the feasibility and economics of using fuel cell backup power systems in telecommunication cell towers to provide grid services (e.g., ancillary services, demand response). The fuel cells are able to provide power for the cell tower during emergency conditions....
Ma, Z. et al NLR
Dec 31, 2017
A Solar Hosting Capacity Analysis on a Synthetic Rural Alaska Microgrid Model
The report discusses procedures used to conduct a hosting capacity analysis (HCA) on a synthetic Alaskan microgrid model. This includes the test case used, assumptions in the analysis, and the several algorithms implemented. The maximum distribution transformer and line loading o...
Francisco, A. et al University of Alaska Fairbanks
Apr 24, 2025
Making the Grid Smarter: Primer on Adopting the New IEEE Std 1547-2018 for Distributed Energy Resources
Published by the Interstate Renewable Energy Council, this primer helps regulators, utilities, and developers understand and implement the requirements of IEEE Standard 1547 2018. It explains key technical provisions ride-through, voltage and frequency regulation, interoperability...
Lydic, B. and Baldwin, S. Interstate Renewable Energy Council
Dec 31, 2018
DC Microgrids Scoping Study – Estimate of Technical and Economic Benefits
This 2015 scoping study led by Los Alamos National Laboratory, with contributions from several other national labs, assesses the potential technical and economic benefits of direct-current (DC) microgrids. The report compares DC and AC architectures in terms of efficiency, cost, r...
Backhaus, S. et al Los Alamos National Laboratory
Feb 28, 2015
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