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Demand Flexibility
Integrate and manage distributed energy resources (DERs) like electric vehicles (EVs), and solar panels to improve reliability, and flexibility.
This challenge can be addressed through a range of solutions, with some technology areas of interest outlined below.
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Demand flexibility solutions to manage the impact of data centers, EVs, other loads on the grid.
2
Managed and fast charging tools to optimize charging schedules.
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Charging infrastructure with smart technologies for grid integration and to reduce wait times.
4
Better EV charging infrastructure access and affordability for urban and rural locations including customers like multifamily/renters.
5
Fleet analysis tools to assess the feasibility and/or educate customers on the cost-effectiveness of EV adoption.
6
Edge computing for distributed energy resource (DER) management and grid optimization.
7
Advanced DER Management Systems (DERMs) aggregation and control platforms to optimize grid operations.
8
Smart inverters that can intelligently respond to grid signals and optimize energy production and consumption for both the homeowner and the grid.
9
Communication protocols at the grid edge for VPPs and smart devices.
10
Multi-dwelling units, planning and deployment of energy efficiency, distributed energy resources, and other energy solutions. 
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Financial assistance programs to help customers offset the initial costs of switching to electric appliances.
12
Innovative rate structures that incentivize energy conservation and promote the adoption of electric appliances.
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