CPUC Workshop - June 26, 2009 - Smart Grid (R.08-12-009)
1. This workshop will focus on Smart Grid issues that arise at the transmission level. This workshop will address
transmission issues related to Smart Grid such as situational awareness, cyber security, renewables integration, and
the impact of a smart distribution grid. Each section of the agenda will begin with a brief five minute presentation by each panel member. The presentations will be followed by discussion moderated by Commission staff.
2. Welcome and Opening Comments – Commissioner Rachelle Chong and A.L.J. Tim Sullivan
[view discussion of item 2] 7 minutes 35 seconds
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3. The Smart Transmission Grid
What is “wide-area situational awareness” and why is it important?
How can Smart Grid increase the efficiency of the transmission grid (i.e. improve asset utilization)
How can concepts such as Phasor Measurement Units (PMUs) and dynamic ratings help?
How can Smart Grid help maintain a reliable grid given the challenges the grid will be facing?
What cyber security challenges does the transmission grid face? How can Smart Grid help address
these challenges?
What metrics would be suitable for measuring progress made by Smart Grid toward a more efficient
and reliable transmission grid?
Laura Manz, California Independent System Operator (CAISO)
[view discussion of item 3] 17 minutes 11 seconds
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4. Michael Montoya, Southern California Edison (SCE)
[view discussion of item 4] 13 minutes 33 seconds
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5. Joe Eto, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
[view discussion of item 5] 12 minutes 34 seconds
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6. Paul Halpin, Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC)
[view discussion of item 6] 18 minutes 33 seconds
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7. Tom Bialek, San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E)
[view discussion of item 7] 13 minutes 13 seconds
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8. Q&A
[view discussion of item 8] 36 minutes 20 seconds
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9. The Impact of a Smart Distribution Grid on Transmission
What is “deep-area situational awareness” and why is it important?
How can Smart Grid improve the flow of information from the distribution system up to the
transmission grid?
Stephen Callahan, IBM Global Business Services - Energy & Utilities Division
[view discussion of item 9] 11 minutes 32 seconds
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10. John McDonald, General Electric (GE) - Energy Transmission & Distribution
[view discussion of item 10] 13 minutes 15 seconds
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11. Avnaesh Jayantilal, AREVA Transmission & Distribution
[view discussion of item 11] 17 minutes 35 seconds
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12. Panel Q&A
[view discussion of item 12] 6 minutes 43 seconds
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13. The Integration of Renewables and Energy Storage
What role should energy storage play relative to the integration of renewables?
How can Smart Grid be used to optimize utilization of energy storage?
What metrics would be suitable for measuring progress made by Smart Grid toward improved
integration of renewables?
F. William Capp, Beacon Power
[view discussion of item 13] 11 minutes 35 seconds
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14. Elaine Sison-Lebrilla, Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD)
[view discussion of item 14] 8 minutes 17 seconds
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15. Hal La Flash, Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E)
[view discussion of item 15] 7 minutes 59 seconds
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16. Janice Lin, California Energy Storage Alliance (CESA)
[view discussion of item 16] 13 minutes 17 seconds
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17. Dauren Kilish, AES Grid Stability and Efficiency Group
[view discussion of item 17] 11 minutes 7 seconds
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18. Q&A and wrap-up
[view discussion of item 18] 26 minutes 58 seconds
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