Grid Enhancing Technologies (GETs) Fundamentals

Grid-enhancing technologies (GETs) are essential for integrating more variable and distributed energy resources (VERs and DERs), especially where transmission capacity is limited. As part of non-wire alternatives (NWAs), GETs support robust grid expansion and improve overall grid performance.

This event will provide a comprehensive treatment of grid enhancing technologies (GETs) – the hardware and software technologies that increase the capacity, efficiency, and/or reliability of the transmission grid installed on existing transmission infrastructure to give operators more situational awareness and control over the grid.

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LEARNING OUTCOMES

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1. Identify GETs Hardware and Software
2. Evaluate GETs Benefits:
   • Capacity: Maximize existing infrastructure use.
   • Efficiency: Reduce transmission losses and enhance power quality.
   • Reliability: Improve grid resilience and fault response.

1. Strategies for Implementation:
   • Utilities: Integrate GETs withcurrent infrastructure and local grids.
   • Bulk Power Systems: Facilitate regional power transfers and renewable integration.
   • ISOs: Enhance grid reliability and balance supply and demand.

1. Assess Cost-Effectiveness:
   1. Identify scenarios where GETs are financially viable.
   2. Analyze specific cost-benefit cases.

1. Address Deployment Challenges:
   • Overcome technical, logistical, and regulatory barriers.

1. Legislative and Regulatory Impact:
   • Discuss new laws and regulations affecting GETs.
   • Explore FERC’s role in promoting GETs adoption.

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