SPP launches ERAS to boost grid reliability and new generation

As the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC)’s 2025 Reliability Risk Priorities report underscores, the electric grid is facing multifaceted change, from emerging large loads and evolving resource mixes to heightened security risks and supply chain uncertainty. At NEMA, we believe the path forward lies in harmonizing innovation, standards, and industrial capability. Our member companies are delivering the advanced electrical equipment, secure infrastructure, and resilient delivery solutions we need. To translate ambition into reliability, policymakers and planners must support stable policy, robust standards, and coordinated cross-sector planning. https://lnkd.in/eQdy-nhh

Valen ModX1 featured in Critical Comms We are proud to share that the ModX1 has been recognised in Critical Comms in the article “Why modular solar is changing the game for critical radio comms." The feature highlights how dependable power is critical for industries such as emergency services, utilities, environmental monitoring and remote infrastructure. https://hubs.la/Q03GnKdW0 The ModX1 is designed to deliver: Ready to deploy: Pre engineered, pre wired and pre tested so teams can avoid weeks of sourcing, assembly and commissioning. Resilient performance: Built to operate in extreme conditions including heatwaves, bushfires and storms, ensuring reliable power when it matters most. Simplified reliability: Replacing diesel generators or undersized solar systems with a low maintenance and highly efficient power solution. This recognition reinforces our commitment to providing modular solar systems that make critical communications stronger and more reliable. Thank you to Critical Comms for highlighting the impact of the ModX1 and to our Valen team for continuing to innovate in renewable power solutions. #CriticalComms #SolarPower #RemoteInfrastructure #ModX1 #ValenPower #CleanEnergy

The South West Interconnected System (SWIS) Transmission Plan is now available to read! Learn more about the plan for future transmission development within the SWIS and register for Energy Policy WA's webinar ⬇️ The South West Interconnected System Transmission Plan (the Plan) sets out the State Government’s vision for Western Power’s transmission network, along with the investment needed to deliver on that vision. Developed by Energy Policy WA and Western Power, the Plan builds on the extensive modelling and system planning carried out in the Whole of System Plan 2020, the South West Interconnected System Demand Assessment: 2023 to 2024, and the South West Interconnected System Planning Update. The Plan aligns the future transmission build with the requirements of industry, population growth, decarbonisation goals, and the Government’s economic growth and diversification agenda. 📑 Read the Plan: https://lnkd.in/gmR4NwNx 📺 Register for the webinar: https://lnkd.in/gEWVXtrw Peta Ashworth OAM #EnergyinWA #DecarboniseWA

💻⚡ Ofgem appoints BSI to govern standards for energy system digitalisation Digitalising the sector is essential for decarbonisation to effectively integrate, use and manage distributed energy sources in the grid 🔍 Read the full article https://lnkd.in/eHzSRDnH #Ofgem #BSI #Digitalisation #EnergyStandards #Decarbonisation #SmartGrid #CleanEnergy

🔍 Major Update on April 28 Blackout Investigation ENTSO-E's Expert Panel has reached a critical milestone in investigating the unprecedented #blackout that affected #Spain and #Portugal on April 28, 2025. Key developments: ✅ Expert Panel held its 6th meeting on September 2nd ✅ Comprehensive factual report now finalized based on data from TSOs, DSOs, and generation companies ✅ Publication date confirmed: October 3rd The report will provide: • Precise system conditions on April 28th • Detailed sequence of events leading to the blackout • Recently established facts on load fluctuations, generation mix distribution, and inertia levels This investigation represents a crucial step in understanding what caused this major grid disruption and how we can prevent similar incidents in the future. The findings will be invaluable for improving grid resilience across Europe. The dedicated ENTSO-E webpage continues to serve as a transparent information portal for all stakeholders throughout this process. https://lnkd.in/dB4FSJxE The elephant 🐘 in the room: Could widespread deployment of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) 🔋 have prevented this blackout entirely? While we await the official findings, it's worth questioning how our grid modernization will keep pace with renewable integration. BESS technology can provide: ⚡Instantaneous frequency response (sub-second) ⚡Grid stabilization during generation-load imbalances ⚡Inertia support as thermal plants retire ⚡Black-start #TransnetBW and #TenneT are already proving the value with their #GridBooster projects in Germany - large-scale BESS that act as "safety buffers" during grid faults while enabling higher capacity utilization of existing lines. These systems demonstrate how BESS can: ⚡ Prevent costly redispatch interventions ⚡ Increase transmission capacity without building new lines ⚡ Provide curative grid management during emergencies ⚡ Reduce renewable energy curtailment Yet despite these proven benefits, regulatory frameworks and investment priorities often still favor traditional solutions. How many more "unprecedented" blackouts will it take before we scale these innovations beyond pilot projects? The October 3rd report may tell us what went wrong, but the real question is: are we bold enough to implement what we already know could go right? Looking forward to the insights and hoping they spark action, not just analysis. #ENTSOE #GridStability #BESS #EnergyTransition

The Central Electricity Regulatory Commission (CERC) has issued the Connectivity and General Network Access (GNA) to the inter-State Transmission System (ISTS) (Third Amendment) Regulations, 2025, on 31st August 2025, These updates bring clarity and flexibility, especially for Renewable Energy (RE) developers, investors, and system planners. What’s New in 2025 vs 2022:- 🌞 Solar Hours / Non-Solar Hours → Clear definitions for Solar hours and non-Solar hours allowing injection and drawl rights dusting this time slots. 🏗️ Cluster of ISTS Substations → Smarter transmission planning for RE hubs. ⚡ Connectivity in BBMB System → Expanded scope for integration with Bhakra Beas network as BBMB (Bhakra Beas management Board) is included in ISTS. Revising capacity quantum at BBMB. 💰 Withdrawal & BG Rules → Stricter and clear rules for encashment/refunds for withdrawal of application at different stages of grant for connectivity. 🔋 Energy Storage Systems (ESS) → Explicitly included in GNA and connectivity. ✅ Why is this beneficial? ·        Investors gain greater certainty in project viability. ·        Developers can plan projects with clearer timelines and rules. ·        Transmission utilities can optimize grid expansion using clusters. #GNAregulation #ISTS #CERC #renewableenergy #gridstudies #solar #wind #BESS #hybrid #CEA #loadflowstudies

It’s great when external validation confirms what we already know, especially when it reinforces what our team and customers experience every day: Wood Mackenzie’s newest Virtual Power Plant market report recognizes CPower Energy as a leader in driving growth, innovation and reliability in the face of evolving grid dynamics. It’s also no surprise given what we have experienced in terms of grid events this year; since January 1, we’ve dispatched customers for 900+ events across the US to support reliability and resilience, up 40% YoY. These numbers are more than milestones; they reflect the deep trust and collaboration we share with our demand response customers nationwide and the essential role VPPs play in shaping a more flexible, reliable energy future. Thank you to our customers, partners and the CPower team for your continued commitment to innovation and grid support. https://lnkd.in/eJDiaGSN #virtualpowerplants #demandresponse #energy #CPower #VPPs

Distributed Energy Resources (#DERs) are rapidly evolving from emergency backups to essential components of the energy grid. Two recent milestones show why: 1. California’s Demand Side Grid Support (#DSGS) program is scaling residential batteries to ~700 MW in 2025, with projections to reach 1,300 MW by 2028. In a recent test, 100,000 homes delivered 539 MW at peak demand, underscoring both the scale and value of distributed batteries as dependable capacity and a cost-effective alternative to traditional peakers. 2. Voltus reports its #VirtualPowerPlant assets are now dispatched every single day of the year, with emergency calls rising sharply in 2025. These dispatches are increasingly smart, targeted, and demonstrate the reliability of DERs as always-on, responsive resources balancing intermittent resources. Read the full articles here: https://lnkd.in/e4_g6z4Q https://lnkd.in/dYa5wPjv https://lnkd.in/dE3Tzk7P #VPP #EnergyStorage #GridReliability #Simcore

US Battery Storage: From Megawatts to Market Discipline Battery energy storage has rapidly shifted from niche to necessity. Nowhere is this more evident than in California and Texas. By the end of 2024, CAISO operated 12.5 GW of utility-scale batteries (up from 1 GW in 2020), while ERCOT surged to 10 GW from just 0.5 GW. Together, they account for 65% of US grid-connected BESS capacity. Yet, their growth paths diverge. California’s build-out is policy-driven, anchored by 4-hour Resource Adequacy mandates, while Texas operates in a pure merchant market—rewarding agility but exposing projects to price volatility and transmission bottlenecks. The industry’s next chapter is clear: duration now matters more than raw megawatts, siting and transmission access define winners, and operational discipline is critical to protecting returns. The future of US storage lies in balancing policy, performance, and profitability. #energystorage #bess #cleanenergy #california #texas #energytransition https://lnkd.in/gvdwYQ-i

EnerNex Featured in Utility Dive! We’re proud to share that EnerNex has been highlighted in Utility Dive for our expertise in Electromagnetic Transients (EMT) modeling of inverter-based resources (IBRs). Utility Dive is a leading U.S. outlet read by utility executives, energy managers, engineers, and policymakers. As renewable energy integration grows, traditional grid modeling can’t fully capture the fast dynamics and complex behaviors of IBRs. EMT simulations are becoming essential to ensure grid reliability, stability, and compliance with evolving standards like IEEE 2800-2022 and IEEE 1547-2018. EnerNex’s experience in this field supports utilities in navigating these technical challenges and advancing the transition to a more resilient, sustainable energy system. 📖 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e4aBrpQ3 #Energy #GridReliability #RenewableEnergy #EMTModeling #Utilities #CESI