20160912 SEPA Grid Integration Workshop Introduction Slides

The document discusses integrating distributed energy resources (DER) onto the electric grid. It provides an overview of the Smart Electric Power Alliance (SEPA), whose mission is to facilitate the utility industry's transition to clean energy through education and collaboration. While SEPA originally focused on solar power, its focus has expanded to "smart" technologies and solutions. The document outlines some key aspects of a smart transition, including consumer engagement, enhanced system planning, and strategic organizational commitment. It also lists various resources and reports published by SEPA on topics like advanced grid deployments, proactive DER planning approaches, DER capabilities, valuation of DER assets, and utilities thinking "beyond the meter". The final section provides an agenda for a SE