From 2003 to 2023, Reframing Interconnection Rules for a New Grid

Wednesday, September 13, 2023

9:30 AM – 10:30 AM PDT

Location: Titian 2305, Level 2, The Venetian

Learning Level: 201: Applies to those with some experience who are looking to build on or enhance existing knowledge.

In July 2023, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued its new rules regarding interconnection reform, Order No. 2023. This new rule has the potential to revolutionize the interconnection process to meet the challenges of interconnecting the multiple gigawatts of clean energy projects in the queue. But will this rule be the watershed moment the industry hopes it will be? What barriers still stand in the way? Experts on this panel will address these questions and talk about what other reforms may be necessary to ensure a smooth energy transition.

Learning Objectives:

Understand the significance of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's new rules regarding interconnection reform, Order No. 2023, and its potential to revolutionize the process of connecting clean energy projects to the grid.
Explore the expectations and aspirations of the industry for Order No. 2023 and its potential to act as a watershed moment for the interconnection process.
Gain insights into the challenges and barriers that may still exist despite the new interconnection rules, and understand their potential impact on the transition to a cleaner and more efficient grid.

Moderator(s)

Michael Borgatti (he/him/his)

Vice President, RTO Services & Regulatory Affairs
Gabel Associates, Inc.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Panelist(s)

Melissa Alfano

Director of Energy Markets and Counsel
SEIA
Herdon, Virginia, United States
Jimmy Daghlian

Vice President, Renewables
NV Energy
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
Benjamin Piiru (he/him/his)

Director, Grid Integration Strategy and Policy
Nexamp
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Gizelle Wray

Director of Regulatatory Affairs
Savion Energy
Washington, District of Columbia, United States