POLICY UPDATE
AEE applauded approval by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) of a long-awaited rule (FERC Order No. 2222) directing Regional Transmission Organizations (RTOs) and Independent System Operators (ISOs) to open their markets to participation by distributed energy resources (DERs). The vote was 2-1, with Commissioner Danly dissenting. "We applaud FERC for taking this critical and long-awaited step to open competitive wholesale electricity markets to distributed energy resources. Having worked on this important rulemaking since 2016, we are thrilled that FERC has now taken action to reduce barriers to these technology innovations in wholesale markets,” said Jeff Dennis, Managing Director and General Counsel at AEE. Continue reading the press release here. >
It's All About Jobs: Check Out AEE's New Fact Sheets on Advanced Energy Employment in 3 Key States
Voting is our right and our duty as Americans. That’s why at Advanced Energy Economy we are taking some big steps to ensure that this Election Day, and every Election Day moving forward, votes from the clean energy sector count. We hope other organizations, companies, and individuals will join us. In 2020, voting is not an option; it’s a necessity. Join us in showing our friends, neighbors, and elected officials that clean energy votes – and that our votes count.
On the Blog
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In the early morning hours of September 1, California policymakers frantically concluded a legislative session much in keeping with the disquieting, disorienting mood of 2020 and all its unforeseen complications. California continues to grapple with colliding crises – an enduring pandemic, economic recession, and a catastrophic wildfire season. But at least there’s now a stack of bills on the Governor’s desk, including two that would support and indeed accelerate California’s nation-leading push toward electric transportation – and which were AEE’s top priorities for this session. Continue reading on the blog here. >
AEE Webinars
Live on Tuesday, September 29th at 2p ET / 11a PT
Market rules that determine whether and how advanced energy technologies can participate in wholesale electricity markets are largely set by regional grid operators – Regional Transmission Organizations and Independent System Operators (RTOs/ISOs). There are seven of them – CAISO, ERCOT, ISO-NE, MISO, NYISO, PJM & SPP – and each one has its own set of committees, subcommittees, task forces, etc., to come up with these rules, which have major implications for business opportunities in areas like energy storage, renewable energy, demand response, and more. How can advanced energy companies and others who care about advanced energy growth make sense of, keep track of, and have impact on what’s happening at the RTOs? In this webinar, hear how AEE and its member companies are navigating the arcane world of RTOs and learn how you can follow the action at all seven RTOs – with AEE’s PowerSuite platform.
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Tune in to learn all about how RTOs/ISOs can affect your business!
Featured online events
The KEEA/EEA Industry Forum has been re-launched as a virtual event series held from Thurs., Sep. 10 through Fri., Oct. 2nd! Over nine informative virtual events, presenters will explore the opportunities and challenges presented by three energy-intensive industries: Healthcare, Food Services, and Higher Education. This comprehensive look at these critical industries will bring best practices for energy savings and sustainability to the fore. Tickets also grant access to weekly themed happy hours, an attendees-only resource library, and a kickoff plenary from PECO! Check out the agenda and Register Here.
Tune in on Tuesday, September 22 to hear Virginia Senator Mark Warner discuss the climate crisis with an esteemed panel including AEE's Harry Godfrey! With an estimated $50-$75 million toward low-income energy efficiency to be disbursed through the new Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) cap and trade program in Virginia, the 5th annual FACS Virginia Climate Crisis Forum will explore how this program and others can ensure the lowest-income populations benefit from long-term cost savings through energy efficiency, and how this moves us toward a sustainable, net zero Virginia. To learn more, you can register for the event here.
Join AEE and a growing network of companies, government agencies, utilities, and universities among other advocates to showcase the many benefits of energy efficiency as part of the 5th annual Energy Efficiency Day. The message of Energy Efficiency Day is simple: “Save Money. Cut Pollution. Create Jobs.” Primarily a social media event using the #EEDay2020 hashtag, we are engaging media, encouraging agencies to issue proclamations, and getting everyone on board. Sign up as a supporter to have your organization's name displayed, tap campaign materials and share your EE tips, project successes and news. It's free, just like saving energy!
