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SUMMARY:G-PST/ESIG Webinar: Requirements and Verification Procedures for Grid-Forming Units – The German Approach to Ensuring Power System Stability
DESCRIPTION:View Webinar Recording \nDownload Presentation \n\nProfessor Dr.-Ing. Kaveh Malekian Boroujeni\nFeatured Speaker: Dr.-Ing. Kaveh Malekian Boroujeni\, Professor for Decentralized Energy Systems and Electrical Networks at the Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus–Senftenberg \nWebinar Abstract: The ongoing transformation of electric power systems worldwide raises a crucial question: how—and to what extent—can inverters with grid-forming capabilities be deployed to maintain system stability when operating with a very high share of inverter-based generation? While the systemic need for a proportion of grid-forming plants is broadly recognized\, the methodology for determining this need\, as well as the quantification and validation of grid-forming capability\, remains under discussion. Germany has adopted a two-stage approach to rapidly address the need for grid-forming capabilities. The first stage involves the planned introduction of a new market-based ancillary service called “inertia\,” to be provided by the TSOs starting in 2025. The second stage\, based on the national implementation of the revised European Network Code “Requirements for Generators” (RfG2.0)\, envisions a mandatory minimum inertia capability for newly connected large-scale power plants from 2027/28 onward. The inertia market is viewed as both a critical mechanism and incentive to accelerate the deployment of grid-forming technologies. It is intended to foster rapid achievement of essential features\, such as voltage source behavior and phase jump power from inverter-based resources\, while also securing power reserves to balance generation deficits and surpluses—through positive and negative inertia products\, respectively. This presentation outlines Germany’s approach to translating the abstract concept of “grid-forming” into concrete inertia products and explores how these are quantified and verified\, including a technical overview of the requirements and related verification procedures for market participation. \nAbout the Speaker: Professor Dr.-Ing. Kaveh Malekian Boroujeni\, born in 1983 in Iran\, is a specialist in decentralized energy systems and electrical networks. Since 2025\, he has held the professorship for Decentralized Energy Systems and Electrical Networks at the Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus–Senftenberg\, where he contributes to research and teaching within the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering\, Electrical and Energy Systems. He earned his doctorate in Electrical Engineering from Chemnitz University of Technology in 2016\, following a Master of Science from Amirkabir University of Technology in Tehran and a Bachelor of Science from Shahid Chamran University in Ahvaz. Before his current role\, Professor Malekian accumulated extensive experience in both academia and industry. He served as a Grid Integration Engineer at ENERCON Global GmbH and as a Development Engineer in Electrical and Software Engineering at ENERCON WRD GmbH. Between 2009 and 2018\, he worked as a Research Associate and later as Team Leader at Chemnitz University of Technology. His research interests include power system stability\, harmonic analysis\, and the integration of renewable energy technologies into modern power grids. \nModerator: Julia Matevosyan\, Associate Director\, Chief Engineer\, ESIG \nRegistration Cost: FREE \nQ&A Session: We will be using the Slido platform for Q&A. Please submit your questions and follow-along during the event at this link.
URL:https://www.esig.energy/event/german-approach-stability/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Long-Term Load and DER Forecasting Task Force Report
DESCRIPTION:View Webinar Recording \nDownload Presentation \n\n \nFeatured Speaker: Julieta Giraldez\, Director of Integrated Grid Planning\, Electric Power Engineers (EPE) \nWebinar Abstract: Long-term load and Distributed Energy Resource (DER) forecasting is critical for achieving clean energy and decarbonization goals\, ensuring a reliable\, resilient\, and affordable energy system. In this webinar\, we will present the findings of the “Long-Term Load and DER Forecasting” report\, which represents the culmination of the work of the Energy Systems Integration Group’s (ESIG) Long-Term Load and DER Forecasting Task Force and addresses key forecasting issues in this transforming grid. It outlines key findings such as the need for high-resolution\, time-based forecasts (8760 hourly profiles) to capture the correlated impacts of weather on demand\, generation\, and the nuances of DER behavior as well as existing challenges in reconciling system-level top-down and local bottom-up forecasts. \nAbout the Speaker: Julieta Giraldez is a nationally and internationally recognized subject matter expert in distributed energy resource (DER) grid integration with extensive expertise in grid modeling and planning processes. She currently works at Electric Power Engineers (EPE) as a Director of Integrated Grid Planning where she implements holistic approaches to meet customers’ needs through the optimized planning and operation of generation\, transmission\, distribution\, and distributed resources. Prior to joining EPE\, she served as a Director of Grid Planning at Kevala Inc.\, where she focused on implementing proactive capacity planning and electrification impact studies for utilities and regulators. Julieta also worked for a decade at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) as a Senior Engineer where she led Smart Grid and Grid Integration related projects to manage emerging technologies such as PV\, energy storage and microgrids in distribution systems. She holds a bachelor’s degree from the Polytechnic University of Madrid (Spain) in Technical Mining Engineering\, a master’s in electrical engineering from Colorado School of Mines\, and a Ph.D. program in systems engineering from Colorado State University. \nModerator: Debbie Lew\, Executive Director\, ESIG \nRegistration Cost: FREE \nQ&A Session: We will be using the Slido platform for Q&A. Please submit your questions and follow along during the event at this link.
URL:https://www.esig.energy/event/webinar-load-der-forecasting/
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SUMMARY:ESIG LLTF Webinar: Practical Guidance and Considerations for Large Load Interconnections
DESCRIPTION:**PLEASE NOTE – THIS IS A MEMBERS-ONLY WEBINAR** \nWebinar materials can be found here. \nFeatured Speakers: Ryan Quint\, PhD\, PE\, President and CEO\, Elevate Energy Consulting and President and Chief Engineer\, GridStrong; Kyle Thomas\, PE\, VP Engineering & Compliance Services\, Elevate Energy Consulting; Casey Baker\, Senior Program Manager\, Transmission Projects\, GridLab \nAbout the Webinar: Requests to connect large data center and artificial intelligence (AI) loads are entering transmission planning processes at an unprecedented rate. This surge is driven by a combination of tax incentives\, low electricity costs\, access to usable land and water\, available capital for AI development\, and business-friendly regulatory environments. These potential data center customers are relatively price insensitive\, prioritizing fast and reliable access to electricity as quickly as possible. \nGiven the pace of load growth\, the economic benefits of serving these customers\, and strong political support for data center development\, utilities need streamlined access to resources and recommended practices that can enable this emerging future. Although the potential benefits to utilities are significant\, the technical challenges of integrating large loads cannot be overlooked. Rigorous engineering analysis and due diligence are more critical than ever before to ensure reliable operation of the grid as these substantial loads come online. \nThis presentation will highlight findings from a recently released report that provides a practical guide to improving and harmonizing utility practices for processing\, studying\, and assessing large load interconnection requests. It also provides a reference for state regulatory bodies in their effort to ensure that utility constituents are fully evaluating the potential impacts that large loads\, particularly data centers\, can have on grid reliability and existing customers. \nAbout the Speakers: Dr. Ryan Quint is the President and CEO of Elevate Energy Consulting and the President and Chief Engineer of GridStrong. Ryan is responsible for the strategic direction and execution of Elevate projects across all verticals and is focused on building a world-class team of experts tackle complex and emerging challenges with Elevate’s industry partners. Ryan also leads the engineering vision and execution of Elevate’s software arm\, GridStrong. Prior to launching Elevate\, Ryan spent nearly 9 years at the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC)\, most recently as the Director of Engineering and Security Integration. He also has experience at Dominion Energy and the Bonneville Power Administration. He received his PhD from Virginia Tech\, is a registered professional engineer in Virginia\, and was the recipient of the 2024 IEEE Power and Energy Society Outstanding Young Engineer of the Year Award. \nKyle Thomas leads Elevate’s engineering and NERC / FERC regulatory compliance services divisions and supports the strategic direction and execution of a myriad of Elevate projects. He has extensive experience in protection and control systems\, substation equipment\, transmission planning\, data center and inverter-based resource integration\, strategic initiatives\, product development\, and leading internal and external teams of subject matter experts. Kyle has a decade of experience working at Dominion Energy as well as experience leading product development at an innovative superconducting startup\, VEIR. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in Virginia\, received his M.S. from Virginia Tech\, is a Senior Member of IEEE\, and has held various leadership roles in several international working groups. \nCasey Baker is a Senior Program Manager of the transmission program at GridLab. Casey has spent over a decade in the utility industry working in a variety of roles including Transmission Planning\, transmission interconnection contract management\, Distributed Energy Resource Planning\, and solar PV site management. Before joining GridLab\, Casey managed the energy supply and microgrid program for Liberty Utilities’ California electric utility. He has extensive experience in the western transmission system and works to help support the nation’s efforts towards clean energy development and resiliency. Casey holds a MBA and BS in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Nevada\, Reno. \nRegistration Cost: FREE for ESIG Members \nQ&A Session: We will be using the Slido platform for Q&A. Please submit your questions and follow-along during the event at this link.
URL:https://www.esig.energy/event/large-loads-guidance-and-considerations/
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SUMMARY:August 2025 i2X FIRST Meeting
DESCRIPTION: IBR Plant Design Evaluation with Applicable Requirements II \nThis meeting will focus on topics related to IBR Plant Design Evaluation with Applicable Requirements. \nMEETING AGENDA \n\nMeeting Introduction:  Julia Matevosyan\, ESIG\nIBR Plant Design Evaluation – ISO Perspective: Alan Urban\, MISO\nIBR Plant Design Evaluation Leaning on Documentation Review: Jens Boemer\, EPRI\nIBR Plant Design Evaluation – Utility Perspective: Anthony Williams\, Duke Energy\nPutting IEEE P2800.2 Concepts to Action: IBR Performance and Modeling Requirements: Ryan Quint\, Elevate Energy Consulting
URL:https://www.esig.energy/event/august-2025-i2x-first-meeting/
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