SDG&E proposes that in 3 Sub-section 2 of the Distribution Resource Planning proceeding, the Commission will examine specific technologies that the IOUs may need to manage and accommodate DERs throughout their systems and whether to establish guidelines to govern utilities’ proposed grid modernization investments in the future. SDG&E noted that Track 3 Sub-section 2 will identify the types and functions of technologies, including those related to communications that will enable greater DER penetration on the electrical distribution grid. SCE and PG&E both submitted comments in support of further exploration of the role of telecommunications in grid integration. Next Steps Include Asking More Questions We agree with SDG&E that this topic of data transportation, data transportation access, and principles under which to evaluate communications-related expenditures by investor-owned electric utilities falls within R.14-08-013 Track 3 Sub-track 2: Grid Modernization Investment Guidance. That sub-track is focused on identifying the types and functions of technologies, including those related to communications, that will enable greater DER penetration on the electrical distribution grid. We refer this topic for inclusion in R.14-08-013 Track 3 Sub-track 2 through the appropriate process. We agree with SCE and PG&E that this topic should fall under the Distributed Energy Resources Action Plan. Watershed Management for Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction, Optimized Water and Energy Resources, Utility Infrastructure Protection Improved management of California’s forested watersheds provides multiple benefits, including water-quality improvement, increased water yield
SDG&E proposes that in 3 Sub-section 2 of the Distribution Resource Planning proceeding, the Commission will examine specific technologies that the IOUs may need to manage and accommodate DERs throughout their systems and whether to establish guidelines to govern utilities’ proposed grid modernization investments in the future. SDG&E noted that Track 3 Sub-section 2 will identify the types and functions of technologies, including those related to communications that will enable greater DER penetration on the electrical distribution grid. SCE and PG&E both submitted comments in support of further exploration of the role of telecommunications in grid integration. Next Steps Include Asking More Questions We agree with SDG&E that this topic of data transportation, data transportation access, and principles under which to evaluate communications-related expenditures by investor-owned electric utilities falls within R.14-08-013 Track 3 Sub-track 2: Grid Modernization Investment Guidance. That sub-track is focused on identifying the types and functions of technologies, including those related to communications, that will enable greater DER penetration on the electrical distribution grid. We refer this topic for inclusion in R.14-08-013 Track 3 Sub-track 2 through the appropriate process. We agree with SCE and PG&E that this topic should fall under the Distributed Energy Resources Action Plan. Watershed Management for Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction, Optimized Water and Energy Resources, Utility Infrastructure Protection Improved management of California’s forested watersheds provides multiple benefits, including water-quality improvement, increased water yield
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