Date: 9 November 2022Time: 12:00pm ETLocation: Wean Hall 3701 & via ZoomSpeaker: Paul HinesTopic: Enabling demand flexibility at scale: From DOE proposal to real-world implementation There is broad agreement that flexible load and energy storage are essential to enabling power systems with large amounts of variable renewable energy. However, operating demand flexibility at scale will require […]
Date: 2 November 2022Time: 12:00pm ETLocation: Wean Hall 3701 & via ZoomSpeaker: Jennifer WilcoxTopic: The Role of Carbon Capture in Meeting Net-Zero Carbon Goals Abstract: There is growing focus on stringent climate policy targets, such as net zero emissions by 2050 and climate stabilization at 1.5C or 2C. With that focus comes a long, and growing, […]
Date: 26 October 2022Time: 12:00pm ETLocation: Wean Hall 3701 & via ZoomSpeaker: Jennifer MorrisTopic: Energy Transitions in an Uncertain World Abstract: There is growing focus on stringent climate policy targets, such as net zero emissions by 2050 and climate stabilization at 1.5C or 2C. With that focus comes a long, and growing, list of questions. Some […]
Date: 11 October 2022Time: 12:00pm ETLocation: Wean Hall 3701 & via ZoomSpeaker: Duncan CallawayTopic: Mitigating and adapting to climate change with grid infrastructure Abstract: Electric power systems are in an era of incredible change. In the 21st century, electricity systems are being tasked with relying on increasing amounts of renewable energy, powering new loads like heating […]
Date: 5 October 2022Time: 12:00pm ETLocation: Wean Hall 3701 & via ZoomSpeaker: Chris PistoriusTopic: More than hydrogen: steelmaking decarbonization with current and likely near-term technologies Abstract: Decarbonization of ironmaking and steelmaking would ultimately rely on electrification, through production of hydrogen or direct electrolysis. As the steel industry transitions to electrification, there are several potentially cost-effective options […]
Date: 21 September 2022Time: 12:00pm ETLocation: Wean Hall 3701 & via ZoomSpeaker: Philip JonesTopic: The State of Play of Transportation Electrification at the State Level Abstract: What is the overall status of transportation electrification activities at the state and local government levels, and what are some of the key issues with EV adoption, technology, and models for […]
Date: 14 September 2022Time: 12:00pm ETLocation: Wean Hall 3701 & via ZoomSpeaker: Jeff DagleTopic: What can rebuilding the Puerto Rico power system teach us about resilience? Abstract: Society’s dependence on reliable and affordable electricity continues to increase. The interconnected North American power grid provides affordable and reliable electricity, enabling modern society and fueling unparalleled economic growth […]
Date: 11 May 2022Time: 12:00pm ETLocation: Wean Hall 3701 & via ZoomSpeaker: Elizabeth CookTopic: Planning the Power Grid: Utilizing Data Driven Insights to Continue to Serve All Abstract: The changing climate and electrification have accelerated the integration of the new energy economy we have all been discussing. As we are experiencing increased penetration of new technologies, […]
Date: 4 May 2022Time: 12:00pm ETLocation: Wean Hall 3701 & via ZoomSpeaker: Jennifer ChenTopic: Cost-effective transmission planning, co-optimization transmission with customer demand for renewable generation, and improving the efficiency of the system Abstract: The U.S. is about to ramp up electric transmission buildout, and that’s good news generally for clean energy. However, the way we plan […]
Date: 20 April 2022Time: 12:00pm ETLocation: Wean Hall 3701 & via ZoomSpeaker: Dharik MallapragadaTopic: The role of hydrogen in deeply decarbonized energy systems – insights from systems modeling Abstract: Deep decarbonization of the energy system is contingent on identifying pathways for eliminating greenhouse gas emissions from not only the power sector, but also other end-use sectors […]
