The Role of Microgrids in the Future of Community Energy

Thursday, January 11, 2024

10:30 AM – 11:15 AM PST

Location: Pacific Ballroom A

The use and understanding of microgrids is critical to the growth of a clean energy landscape as we look for alternative energy pathways to benefit local communities. In this session, panelists will investigate the future of our electricity system, the role that microgrids can play in communities and how current energy markets and regulatory models will need to evolve. Speakers will highlight the benefits of microgrids for customers, communities, the grid, and local governments. In support of policy goals including reliability, resilience, decarbonization, and community empowerment. Additionally, the panel will explore how microgrids factor into various project development models, community engagement, and sustainable solutions. Lastly, the conversation will address current policy challenges, with panelists proposing solutions to unlock the full potential of microgrids across the US.

Moderator(s)

Allie Detrio

Senior Advisor, West & Chief Strategist
Microgrid Resources Coalition & Reimagine Power
San Francisco, California, United States

Panelist(s)

Jennifer Chamberlin (she/her/hers)

Director, Government & Regulatory Affairs
ENGIE NA
Walnut Creek, California, United States
Jared Leader

Senior Director, Resilience
Smart Electric Power Alliance (SEPA)
Park City, Utah, United States
Jeff Morris (he/him/his)

Senior Director State Government Relations
Schneider Electric North America
Anacortes, Washington, United States
Jose Torre-Bueno (he/him/his)

Executive Director
Center for Community Energy
Encinitas, California, United States