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🌍 Energy Efficiency and Grid Reliability: The Future is Now! 🌍 The California Energy Commission (CEC) has just released the fourth edition of the Demand Side Grid Support (DSGS) Program Guidelines! 💡📖 This crucial update is a step forward in improving California’s grid reliability by empowering customers to actively participate in balancing energy demand. With a focus on demand-side management, the DSGS Program enhances our ability to address power needs while promoting energy efficiency, sustainability, and resilience. ⚡ What’s new? Updated program guidelines and participant requirements. More clarity on the participation process for different stakeholders. Refined procedures to ensure effective integration of grid support technologies. For anyone involved in energy management, storage, or renewable energy sectors, these guidelines are a must-read. Together, we can support a cleaner and more reliable energy grid! 📄 Read the full guidelines here: https://lnkd.in/gPUU6hg8 #EnergyEfficiency #GridSupport #DemandSideManagement #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #CEC #EnergyResilience #CaliforniaEnergy

Service Spotlight: AMI. Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) provides myriad benefits to water systems and utilities by allowing for real-time and more accurate collection of water usage data. Learn more about AMI — and how it also helps detect hidden leaks. #savewater #accuratebilling #waterleaks #AMI

If you missed it, here's yesterday's DSS Limited Income Home Energy Assistance Program Working Group meeting coverage: https://lnkd.in/eNTe7dd3. This group is studying best practices relating to pricing standards for fuel vendors for residents utilizing the state energy assistance program due to financial constraints. The agenda includes a discussion of bulk purchasing and identifying models worthy of further examination. #CTNetwork #EnergyAssistance #LIHEAP 

The importance of timely and accurate energy data sharing and collaborative information initiatives is increasing.

Dive into the details of your energy bill to uncover hidden charges and savvy strategies by exploring our article, Everything you need to know about the 5 Critical Peaks in PJM. Learn how it influences organizations in the PJM area and discover effective strategies for managing its financial effects. Understanding Coincident Peak Charges and their implications is crucial for managing electricity costs effectively. Whether you’re a local utility or a retail supplier, coincident peak charges can lead to substantial increases in electricity costs. Check out our blog https://lnkd.in/ggVfZrV7 to better understand… • Coincident Peak Charges • How are these charges calculated? • Why does it matter? • How does it impact organizations in PJM? • Average 5CP charges for PJM customers • Strategies for managing peak demand charges • How to get started #ElectricityInsights #EnergyManagement #CriticalPeaks #PJM #RodanEnergy

Discover the Advantages of Choosing an Independent Connections Partner (ICP) for Your Utility Connection Needs! Connecting your project to essential utilities shouldn't be daunting or time-consuming. That's where Independent Connections Partners (ICPs) like AIS Utilities come in! ✨ Faster Connection Times: Skip the backlog with our streamlined approach and dedicated teams. ✨ Personalized Service and Expertise: Access a team of experts guiding you through every step of the process. ✨ Cost-Effective Solutions: Save on your project costs with our competitive rates and innovative solutions. ✨ Compliance and Regulatory Expertise: Ensure your project meets all necessary standards and regulations without the hassle. Ready to streamline your utility connection process? Dive deeper into the benefits of working with an ICP on our blog. Click the link below to read more! 👇 https://lnkd.in/eXGr_aAQ Don't let complexities delay your project. Partner with AIS Utilities for a smoother, more efficient process from start to finish. Contact us today to get started! 🚀 ✉️ enquiries@aisutilities.co.uk #AISUtilities #MultiUtility #ICP #UtilityServices #IndependentConnectionsPartner #Efficiency #Expertise #StreamlinedProcess

NMPRC Approves New Rule on Reliability Reporting   The New Mexico Public Regulation Commission (NMPRC) has taken a significant step towards ensuring reliable electrical service for all New Mexicans. The newly approved rule mandates that statewide investor-owned utilities (IOUs) submit annual reports on reliability metrics, providing essential data to assess and improve service performance.   "Reliability is at the core of an electric utility's mission, and is of utmost importance to ratepayers," said Commissioner James Ellison.   This data-driven approach will empower the Commission to monitor and enhance the reliability of utilities, ensuring that ratepayer needs are met efficiently.   For more details, read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/geY6-hnW #Utilities #PublicRegulation #ReliabilityMetrics #EnergySector #NMPRC #NewMexico

Proactive maintenance is key to a reliable grid! Lets read what Substation Solutions LLC has to tell and embrace early detection technologies for a robust grid. #smartgrid #proactivemaintenance #powerdistribution #gridreliability #letslearn #energyefficiency #gridinnovation

More water #Utilities than ever are upgrading their mechanical and automated #Meter reading systems to advanced metering infrastructure (AMI). Why now and what's driving this change? 💭 “There was a transitory period where municipalities were moving from manual meters to drive-by meter readings, but a lot of those utilities are now coming up on that change-out cycle,” says Itron's thought leader Bryce Murphy. “These utilities are now choosing to make the jump to AMI – especially as it’s becoming more flexible and accessible.” More below from Global Water Intelligence (GWI): https://bit.ly/45QZHy7