Deploying a low-risk technology
Deploying a low-risk technology Deploying a low-risk technology You’ve determined a low-risk technology that you want to pursue. Now, you need to understand the benefits and costs associated with this technology and how to deploy it. Characteristics of low-risk technologies include: Security: Well-understood with extensive testing and lower security risks but still need updates. Regulatory […]
Demonstrating a new technology
Demonstrating a new technology Demonstrating a new technology You’ve identified a new or emerging technology that you want to pursue. Now, you need to understand the benefits, costs and risks associated with this technology and how to demonstrate it. Key elements of the demonstration may include: Security: New technology may introduce security risks requiring careful […]
Making a modernization plan and building a team
Making a modernization plan and building a team Making a modernization plan and building a team You’ve narrowed the set of potential technologies that may address your need. You are now conducting scenario planning and also building your team. Key considerations may include: Scenario Planning: Compare multiple technologies or implementation approaches based on cost-effectiveness, performance […]
Developing an implementation plan
Developing an implementation plan Developing an implementation plan You’ve narrowed in on specific technologies and have explored how each would function for your system. Now, you need to pick a technology and develop a specific implementation plan. Key considerations may include: Regulations: Assess federal, state, and industry standards and regulatory requirements. New Locations and Facilities: […]
Assessing feasibility
Assessing Feasibility Assessing feasibility: Is full modernization of your entire grid feasible for your organization right now? You’ve moved past initial internal discussions and are now focusing on defining specific needs and planning context. Key considerations may include: Regional and Local Plans: Identify relevant plans for land use, economic development, emergency response and associated data […]
Identifying modernization goals and community priorities
Identifying modernization goals and community priorities Identifying modernization goals and community priorities You have identified a gap in your infrastructure and are now starting to explore the options available to you. Key considerations may include: Establishing Objectives: Formalize internal discussions to define modernization goals based on anticipated utility needs. Identify current needs that a modernization […]
Battery storage to enable variable power generation
Battery storage to supplement variable power generation, enhancing flexibility Utility Success Story How United Power deployed eight battery storage installations across their service grid to address variable power generation and reliability. Project overview United Power, located in the Denver, CO area, wanted to create a faster and reproducible workflow. This improved workflow helped develop, build, […]
Installing floating photovoltaic at Fort Lupton Waste Water Treatment Plant
Installing floating photovoltaic at Fort Lupton Waste Water Treatment Plant Utility Success Story How United Power partnered with Schneider Electric and the City of Fort Lupton to deploy a floating solar installation at Fort Luption Waste Water Treatment Plant. Project overview The Fort Lupton Microgrid Project, led by United Power in partnership with Schneider Electric […]
Utility Success
Utility Success Supporting public utilities modernize their grids to enhance reliability, resilience, and affordability Utilities across the United States are investing in community energy independence The dependence on energy infrastructure is increasing for all public utility providers, whether small and rural or large and metropolitan. Modernizing systems with flexible, reliable and economical energy generation not […]
Providing an opportunity for interested Sioux Valley Energy members to experience the benefits of solar energy
Integrating community solar for local utility customers Utility Success Story How Sioux Valley Electric (SVE) collaborated with its members to create a viable community solar array that benefits both the utility and its members. Project overview Sioux Valley Energy (SVE) has constructed a Community Solar Array at its headquarters in Colman, SD. The Community Solar […]
