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EPRI Current54. Balancing AI Growth with Grid Flexibility: Inside EPRI’s DCFlex InitiativeThe rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) is propelling us into a new era of innovation that has the potential to transform daily life and drive economic growth. In this episode of the EPRI Current, host Samantha Gilman is joined by David Porter, EPRI’s VP of Electrification and Sustainable Energy Strategy, and Briana Kobor, Head of Energy Market Innovation at Google. They discuss strategies to realize the benefits of AI while minimizing costs and ensuring grid reliability, featuring insights from DCFlex – a new EPRI initiative to make data centers more flexible and responsive to grid needs. From demand flexibility to uti...2025-06-1829 min
EPRI Current53. Why the Wait? Unpacking Gas Turbine DelaysAround the world, the energy sector faces a shared challenge: significant delays in acquiring gas turbines, a critical technology for grid expansion. In this episode of the EPRI Current, host Samantha Gilman sits down with EPRI Sr. Program Manager Bobby Noble to explore a topical question for industry stakeholders and EPRI members: Why are the wait times for gas turbines so long? Bobby sheds light on the implications of a 5-year wait time, addressing the leading causes behind these delays, EPRI’s efforts to support and inform the industry, and practical measures the industry can implement to expand near-term capabilities us...2025-06-0521 min
EPRI Current52. What is the AI EFFECT on Europe’s Power Industry?The AI EFFECT project aims to establish a European Testing and Experimentation Facility (TEF) for the energy sector to develop, test, and validate AI applications. Funded by Horizon Europe, the project addresses the integration of AI into critical energy infrastructures to optimize operations, reduce costs, enhance resilience, and support decarbonization efforts.
This episode of the EPRI Current examines AI's role in improving efficiency, smart grids, generation, distribution, and customer tools as well as some challenges emerging from use cases such as the need for mathematical guarantees to trust AI.
For more inf...2025-05-2224 min
EPRI Current51. Lights out! Understanding the Iberian Peninsula Blackout
More than 52 years after EPRI was born as a result of a massive North American blackout, EPRI Current host Samantha Gilman speaks with Eamonn Lannoye, Director, EPRI Europe and Sean McGuiness Senior Technical Executive, EPRI Europe, to discuss the recent power blackout in Spain, Portugal and parts of France. The whole system went down in five seconds. What do we know about why it happened? What do we not yet know, and why can it take time to fully understand the root causes? Are observers jumping to conclusions before all the data is in? Lannoye has been a freq...2025-05-1223 min
EPRI Current50. We’re at DistribuTECH Talking Microgrids!Recorded live from the show floor at DistribuTECH 2025 in Dallas, this episode of the EPRI Current examines microgrids and how utilities are using them to explore back-up power availability to improve system reliability. Jackie Baum from EPRI and Ryan Boudreau from Hydro One networks discuss the challenges and opportunities for microgrids in local communities with host Samantha Gilman in the DistribuTECH studio.
Guests:
Jackie Baum, Sr. Manager DERMS & Microgrids, EPRI
Ryan Boudreau, Sr. Manager Distribution and P&C, Hydro One Networks
Watch Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x3ewkmp...2025-04-2415 min
EPRI Current49. Powering Europe’s Future: Innovation Through CollaborationHost Samantha Gilman explores the energy innovation landscape in Europe with her guests Consuelo Fierro from National Grid, and Mark McGranaghan from EPRI. They discuss the prevalent innovation culture driven by EU and UK-funded projects, European innovation working groups and initiatives, the challenges and successes of National Grid's innovation efforts, and the transformative impact of AI on the energy sector.
Guests:
Consuelo Fierro, Project Manager at Innovation Management Office, National Grid
Mark McGranaghan EPRI Fellow, EPRI Europe
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EPRI Current48. Battery Energy Storage Safety: From Cells to SystemsJoin EPRI experts Stephanie Shaw and Lakshmi Srinivasan of EPRI’s Energy Storage research area, and Southern Company’s Kieran Claffey to learn how research, risk assessment and analysis continues to improve the safety of battery storage technology and operations. As battery storage energy grows across the globe, with the vast majority of deployments being lithium ion, what have we learned about the safety of battery storage as both a source and as part of a larger electric system?
Find out more about EPRI’s Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Failure Incident Database, initiated in 2021. It track...2025-03-1921 min
EPRI Current47. Just Keep Swimming: New Tech Enables Fish Migration at Hydro DamsTeach a person to fish, and they’ll teach the rest of us how to innovate to preserve the species. Hydropower is one of the world’s oldest low-carbon sources of electricity generation. And as long as there have been dams, there have been migrating fish needing to swim upstream past to spawn. Join EPRI Current host Samantha Gilman and her three guests as they discuss testing the new Fishheart fish passage technology in North America. Developed by fishermen in Finland, the technology was tested in North America at the Santee Cooper utility as part of a Department of Ener...2025-03-0617 min
EPRI Current46. The Quantum Challenge: Pioneering Fusion Technology
In this episode we explore how quantum computing could help solve key fusion hurdles—from plasma control to materials engineering—bringing us closer to a commercially viable fusion reactor.
Join host Samantha Gilman and EPRI experts Diana Grandas, Emma Wong, and Dr. Charlyne Smith as they discuss EPRI’s work in fusion innovation, the intersection of quantum mechanics and energy research, and what’s needed to push fusion from the lab to the power grid.
Also discussed: the @EPRINews 2025 Quantum Challenge Fusion Edition, an international contest aimed at finding groundbreaking quantum computing solutions for fusio...2025-02-1222 min
EPRI Current45. Harvesting Energy and Crops: Exploring AgrivoltaicsIn this episode, EPRI experts examine a new corner of the energy industry: agrivoltaics. Agrivoltaics is when solar PV panels are installed above crops so that the same land can be simultaneously used for energy and food production.
Learn from EPRI experts, Terry Jennings and Bailie Neary, on how EPRI is helping utilities explore this emerging practice. Plus, you’ll hear an overview of agrivoltaics today, and where it may go in the future thanks to AI.
Learn more in this recent EPRI Journal article: https://eprijournal.com/a-marriage-of-sun-farmland-and-technology/
2025-01-2918 min
EPRI Current44. Best of 2024: From AI to Electric TrucksWelcome to our first podcast episode of 2025. We’re taking a look back at 2024 and sharing the highlights. You’ll hear segments from several episodes providing insights from industry experts and addressing topics such as AI and cyber security, electrification, nuclear innovation, and the future of the energy workforce. Join us as we reflect on the best from 2024 and get ready for an exciting lineup of new EPRI Current episodes in 2025. Listen in every other week as we bring you the latest research, industry insights, and more.
2024 Guests Featured in this “Best of” Episode:
Am...2025-01-1323 min
EPRI Current43. Harnessing the Wind: The Future of Offshore EnergyIn this EPRI Current episode, host Bill Florence is joined by experts Curtiss Fox, Nikolay Dimitrov, and Clément Jacquet, who share insights on global offshore wind development, the HIPERWIND project, and other initiatives. Discussions highlight the industry’s goals, challenges, technologies, and the importance of reducing uncertainty and cost and underscores the holistic approach and integrated design required to optimize offshore wind energy for future scalability.
Guests:
Dr. Curtiss Fox, Senior Technical Leader - Renewables - EPRI,
Nikolay Dimitrov, Senior Scientist/Researcher - Technical University of Denmark's Department of Wind and...2024-12-1026 min
EPRI Current42. From the Gulf: Powering the FutureIn this EPRI Current podcast episode, host Samantha Gilman speaks with the head of the GCCIA, Eng. Ahmed Ebrahim and EPRI’s SVP Daniel Brooks to discuss how the two organizations are collaborating to bring the needed research, insights, and technologies to the Gulf and to the broader energy global energy sector.
Recorded on-site at “Powering the Future Toward Net Zero” forum in Dammam, Saudi Arabia hosted by EPRI, GCCIA, GO15 and MED-TSO, guests discuss global collaboration and the future of energy. The theme of the forum centered around the need for cooperation and tran...2024-11-2611 min
EPRI Current41. Empowering Energy Citizens: A New Era in Europe’s Energy EvolutionEurope is leading the way in citizen-driven energy transformation. Through new projects like @ENPOWER, #CreteValley, and #EUDream, Europeans are exploring new ways to take charge of their energy use. These EU-funded projects are designed to empower local communities to produce and manage clean energy, aiming for an inclusive, resilient energy transition.
In the newest EPRI Current podcast episode, host @BillFlorence speaks with @EleniKanellou @Dr_Julia_Blanke and @Mário_Teixeira_Couto about their work in energy democratization and understanding what may motivate and influence private citizens to better align and optimize their energy consumption with th...2024-11-1324 min
EPRI Current40. From Reactors to Roles: The Future of Nuclear PowerIn this celebration of Nuclear Science Week, we invited two chief nuclear officers to chat about what inspired their interest in the nuclear industry, their career paths, opportunities for people to join, and the how the industry is rising to the challenge of increasing demand for carbon-free nuclear power. Tune in to hear about the opportunities available for people in the industry with and without college degrees from engineers to radiation protection technicians to security officers to operators.
Guests: Kimberly Cook-Nelson, Chief Nuclear Officer, Entergy
Steve Swilley, Chief Nuclear Officer, EPRI
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USEA's Power Sector PodcastUSEA Power Sector Podcast Episode 85: EPRI Deputy Program Manager Anna LafoyiannisIn today’s USEA Power Sector Podcast, Electric Power Research Institute, or EPRI, Deputy Program Manager Anna Lafoyiannis answered questions by journalist Herman K. Trabish about EPRI’s research into existing US system operator and utility approaches to ensuring resources are adequate to meet demand spikes beyond planning expectations and how a new understanding and valuing of the flexibility of DER can be assessed as a resource adequacy tool.2024-10-1522 min
EPRI Current39. AI and Generative AI: Potential Cybersecurity Impacts to the Energy Industry?AI and generative AI are transforming the energy industry but also bringing new cybersecurity challenges. In the newest EPRI Current podcast episode, experts from EPRI and NVIDIA discuss AI's benefits and ways to combat potential cybersecurity threats to critical energy infrastructure.
Guests: Jason Hollern, EPRI cybersecurity technical executive, and Marc Spieler, Senior Managing Director for Energy with NVIDIA.
Links and Resources:
Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI in the Energy Sector: Cyber Security Use-Cases, Considerations, and Implications https://www.epri.com/research/products/000000003002029821
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EPRI Current38. Electrifying the Future of FleetsJoin EPRI Current host, Samantha Gilman, and guests Britta Gross, EPRI’s Director of Transportation, and Daimler Truck’s Diego Quevedo, Charging Infrastructure Sr. Engineer & Utilities Lead, as they discuss the status of electric transportation in the fleet industry and how the grid is preparing for the increased demand and interconnection. Hear what Daimler Truck is trying to accomplish by 2030 and what the challenges they’re seeing with fleet adoption .And what are the challenges, and opportunities, as the electric industry prepares for grid readiness. Also, tune in to hear more about EPRI’s EVs2Scale2030 eRoadMAP tool released late las...2024-09-1923 min
EPRI Current37. How Innovative R&D at EPRI’s Laboratories Improves Our Energy FutureIn this episode of the EPRI Current, Bill Florence is joined by EPRI's Dr. John Shingledecker and Diedrich Golden of Capital Power. The discussion revolves around the specialized research conducted at EPRI's principal labs, including materials testing, high voltage testing, and advanced manufacturing. Both experts highlight the unique strengths of EPRI's applied R&D, the importance of inter-lab collaboration, the value provided to EPRI's members and the broader energy sector, and some real-world applications and successes.
Guests:
Dr. John Shingledecker, Principal Technical Executive for EPRI's Generation Sector, Diederic Godin, Senior Manager, Technical Support and Optimization for Capital Po...2024-09-0522 min
EPRI Current36. H2EDGE: Developing a Qualified Workforce for the Growing Hydrogen EconomyIn this episode of the EPRI Current, Bill Florence and guests discuss the ambitious goals and initiatives of The Hydrogen Education for a Decarbonized Global Economy (H2EDGE) initiative, a program currently aimed at developing and training the emerging hydrogen industry workforce through a combination of professional development activities and targeted instruction at the university level. The conversation explores the importance of decarbonizing the energy system by 2050, the role of hydrogen as a low-carbon fuel essential for this transition, and the critical need for a skilled workforce to support the emerging hydrogen economy.
Guests:
2024-08-2223 min
EPRI Current35. Industrial Clusters: How Cooperation Can Empower Emission SolutionsIn this episode of the EPRI Current, host Bill Florence leads a discussion with Sean Bushart and Jonathan Oxley on the concept of industrial clusters and their critical role in achieving decarbonization goals. They explore the historical emergence of industrial clusters, exemplifying the Humber region in the UK, and discuss the economic and technological aspects of these clusters in advancing clean energy initiatives. The conversation highlights the importance of public-private partnerships, regional collaboration, and the need for supportive policies to make these decarbonization efforts both effective and economically viable.
Links and Resources:
Humber Industrial Cluster https://www.humberindustrialclusterplan.or...2024-08-0725 min
EPRI Current34. Host to Host: Reflecting on the Global Forum for Nuclear InnovationIn this episode of The EPRI Current, hosts Samantha Gilman and Bill Florence are joined by guest hosts Dan Moneghan and Wynter McGruder to discuss the recent GFNI (Global Forum for Innovation) event in Miami. They cover the experiences of hosting a special podcast series, exploring global perspectives, and addressing grand challenges in the nuclear industry.
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If you enjoy this podcast, please subscribe and share! And please consider leaving a review and rating...2024-07-2520 minEPRI CurrentAmbition Into Action - From the FAA to the NRC: Managing Evolution in Safety RegulationJoin host Dan Moneghan and his guest Abby Smith for this episode recorded live from the Global Forum for Nuclear Innovation. Abby shares experiences leading safety and regulatory change at the FAA to manage new technology. Many of these approaches can apply to the emerging technologies and innovation in the nuclear industry. Hear what worked!
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Fire2Fission Podcast056 Heather Feldman, Director of Training & Development at EPRIIn this episode of the Fire2Fission podcast, Mark Hinaman and Ryan Pickering interview Heather Feldman, the director of training and development at EPRI. They discuss the Global Forum for Nuclear Innovation (GFNI) and the importance of innovation and education in the energy sector. Heather shares her background in mechanical engineering and her experience working on the space shuttle program. She explains how her time in the space industry prepared her for her role at EPRI and the importance of safety culture in both industries. The conversation also covers the three GFNI events and the focus on technology innovations, learning...2024-07-1855 min
EPRI Current33. Voices of Electrification – Part 2In this episode of the EPRI Current, host Samantha Gilman is interviewing more thought leaders from the Electrification 2024 exhibit hall. From transportation electrification to energy infrastructure, they discuss how advancements in electrification and clean energy technologies are shaping the future.
Guests: Adam Gromis, Global Lead Sustainable Mobility, Uber; Chelsea Sexton, Sr. Advisor U.S. Department of Energy Loan Programs Office; Lincoln Wood, Electrification Policy Manager, Southern Company; and Kasia Izdebska, Sr. Manager Enterprise Innovation, Ontario Power Generation
Host: Samantha Gilman
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2024-07-1027 min
EPRI Current32. The Science Behind the Buzz: 2024 BioBlitzIn this episode, learn how citizen scientists play an important role in wildlife observation and conservation efforts no matter what the species. As part of EPRI’s annual Pollinator Power Party, the BioBlitz invites anyone who is interested in building their wildlife observational skills to record pollinators in their areas and become part of a global contributing community. Researchers verify all observations so we all can better understand species distribution and trends.
Guest: Jessica Fox, Principal Technical Executive, EPRI
Host: Samantha Gilman
Links and Resources:
iNaturalist website: https://www...2024-06-2718 min
Alternative Power PlaysEPRI: A Driving Force in Clean Energy GoalsElectric vehicles have long been seen as one of the biggest ways society can fundamentally move towards the fulfillment of clean energy goals—as long as they can truly go mainstream. This organization thinks it knows how to make that happen by 2030.On this episode of Alternative Power Plays, Alan Seltzer and John Povilatis welcome Britta Gross, Director of Transportation at the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). EPRI is an independent, non-profit energy R&D organization that works across government and multiple industries to help the energy sector identify issues and technology gaps, as well as find solutions to...2024-06-2640 minEPRI CurrentAmbition Into Action - Safe Doesn't Have to Be SlowHost Dan Moneghan discusses balancing safety and innovation in regulated industries with Steve Rader from NASA and engineering consultant David Smeatham. They explore how diverse teams, open innovation, and advanced technologies can enhance safety and efficiency without compromising rigorous standards.
Guests: Steve Rader, Program Manager Tournament Lab & Center of Excellence for Collaborative Innovation, NASA, and David Smeatham, Founder and Director, Ennuvo.
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Learn more at https://www.globalnuclearinnovation.com/
EPRI website https://www.epri.com/
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EPRI Current31. Practical Realities of the Clean Energy TransitionAchieving bold decarbonization goals requires transforming how economies around the world make, move, and use energy. However, the net-zero energy transition requires carefully balance to help ensure affordability and reliability for all. At the end of the day, navigating the transition before us comes down to considering practical realities of the road ahead.
Join us for a conversation with EPRI’s vice president of energy supply and low carbon resources, Neva Espinoza, as she discusses the practical realities that the electric industry face now and into the decades to come. From optio...2024-06-1320 min
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Twitter @newmediaufm2024-06-0759 minEPRI CurrentAmbition Into Action - Operating a Lean MachineJoin Dan Monaghan, Kimberly Cook-Nelson, and Brendan Hall as they uncover the similarities between operating a nuclear facility and
a small-crewed competitive yacht. Learn about leadership, innovation, and empowering people to operate a lean machine. A must-listen
for insights into enhancing nuclear operations through exceptional workforce management.
Guests: Kimberly Cook-Nelson, Entergy’s Executive Vice President of Nuclear Operations and Chief Nuclear Officer and Brendan
Hall, winning skipper of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race
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EPRI Current30. Wildfires & Climate: Building for ResilienceThreats to the power delivery systems and the built environment from climate change and increasingly frequent extreme weather events means that the energy systems and structures of the future must be more prepared to withstand weather-related dangers. Listen as two EPRI experts share how resilience and the changing climate has directly impacted their lives, and what EPRI is doing to support the development of resilient housing.
Guests: Erik Ela, Program Manager and Technical Executive, Integrated Planning and Operations Team at EPRI, and Agatha Kazdan Principal Technical Leader, Advanced Buildings and Com...2024-05-2218 min
EPRI Current29. Navigating Europe’s Energy TransitionAddressing region-specific challenges to the clean energy transition requires structured collaboration among research and innovation experts, policy drivers and energy companies. Learn how EPRI Europe addresses the region’s complex landscape of technological advancements, policy frameworks, and operational strategies through specific efforts with ENTSO-E and other stakeholders.
Guests: Eamonn Lannoye, Sr. Program/Area Manager for EPRI Europe DAC, Norela Constantinescu, Head of the Innovation Section, European Networks for Transmission System Operators for Electricity (ENTSO-E)
For more information: https://europe.epri.com/
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EPRI Current28. EV Efficiency Gains - What’s Down the Road?In this episode of the EPRI Current, host Samantha Gilman discusses EV efficiency with guests Geoff Blandford from EPRI and Luke Tonachel from Natural Resources Defense Council. Listen in as they discuss the findings of a recent report on EV efficiency improvements, highlighting the potential to reduce future electric infrastructure build-out usage. The conversation covers the importance of understanding the impact of electric vehicles on the energy system, insights from using EPRI's REGEN model, and the strategies to improve vehicle efficiency. The conversation also explores the benefits of electrifying transportation, reducing pollution, and the key role of efficiency in...2024-04-2522 min
Innovation StorytellersDefining Global Collaboration in the Nuclear Age at EPRIHow often do we pause to consider the intricate, behind-the-scenes balance of technology and strategy that powers our everyday lives? In this episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, I have an enlightening conversation with Heather Feldman, Director of Learning & Development at the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). Heather shares insights from her unique vantage point on defining global collaboration in the nuclear age. From balancing the operational demands of current nuclear power plants to envisioning future advancements with technologies like artificial intelligence, Heather describes EPRI's role in fostering an environment where experimentation is encouraged, and even failures a...2024-04-2338 minEPRI CurrentAmbition Into Action - Nuclear Beyond ElectricityIn this episode titled “Nuclear Beyond Electricity,” Ville Tulkki, Lead of SMR technologies at VTT, and Mark Feltner, Sr. Nuclear Technology Manager at Dow Chemical Co. unveil the potential of nuclear energy in revolutionizing district heating and petrochemical decarbonization. Discover how the sector's talent is pivotal in driving innovative solutions to meet energy demands sustainably.
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EPRI Current27. EPRI Current Exclusive: Energy Roundtable with World Energy Council, USEA, and EPRIJoin EPRI Current host Bill Florence as he welcomes three global energy leaders: Angela Wilkinson, Secretary General of the World Energy Council; Neil Wilmshurst, Senior Vice President of Energy System Resources and Chief Nuclear Officer for EPRI and Chair, US Committee, World Energy Council; and Mark Menezes, President and CEO of the United States Energy Association to discuss how countries, businesses, and organizations come together to talk about new ways of aligning different interests to get impact at speed and scale, and expectations for the 26th World Energy Congress.
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EPRI Current26. Voices of Electrification - Part 1In this episode of the EPRI Current, host Samantha Gilman is at Electrification 2024 speaking with different thought leaders to discuss how advancements in electrification and clean energy technologies are shaping the future of energy infrastructure and national security. The episode features interviews with industry experts, including Michael Wu, Sydney Roberts, and Latanza Adjei, who share insights on the intersection of energy, national security, and sustainability. They discuss projects focused on energy resilience, military-civilian partnerships, and clean energy deployment. Additionally, the speakers highlight the importance of electrification, clean technology, and community partnerships in driving decarbonization efforts.
2024-04-0424 minEPRI CurrentAmbition Into Action - No Talent, No SectorDive into this episode where Sanjay Sarma, VP of Open Learning at MIT, and Steve Layton, Head of Engineering at Rolls Royce, discuss the topic of "No Talent, No Sector". Our nuclear and non-nuclear guests explore the urgent need for talent in the nuclear industry, sharing stories from inside and outside of the sector.
Our host Dan Moneghan invites discussion around the challenges of building a diverse workforce and the innovative solutions, like the Nuclear Skills Academy, that are being implemented to create a future-ready workforce.
Learn how these strategies are stri...2024-03-2539 min
EPRI Current25. Carbon Capture and Storage: The Path to 2050The topic of today’s episode is Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) and our guest is Abhoyjit Bhown, Senior Program Manager of Advanced Generation and CCS at EPRI. The conversation covers the role of CCS in decarbonization, technologies involved, current deployments in the power industry, environmental drivers, and EPRI's efforts in advancing CCS technologies. Listen in to learn more about the importance of CCS in achieving net zero emissions by 2050 and the collaborative efforts towards deploying CCS globally.
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EPRI Current24. From Emissions to Solutions: Unpacking the IRA’s Impact on Climate ChangeAccording to the Department of Energy, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 “makes the single largest investment in climate and energy in American history.” Key provisions of the legislation were designed to incentivize clean energy and carbon management, encourage electrification and efficiency measures, reduce methane emissions, promote domestic supply chains, and address environmental justice concerns.
A group of more than 30 scientists from 17 organizations across the country joined in co-authoring an influential article in Science magazine that used different state-of-the-art models to analyze potential implications of key IRA provisions, particularly on emissions and energy systems. Among the fi...2024-02-2822 min
EPRI Current23. Currents of Change: Navigating Hydropower’s FutureHydropower is a vital component of clean energy. In this episode of the EPRI Current, host Bill Florence is joined by two experts, Francisco Kuljevan and Alan Ettlinger, who provide insights on EPRI's hydropower generation program and New York Power Authority’s (NYPA) hydro assets. The discussion covers topics such as asset management, pump storage hydropower, long duration energy storage, flexibility, and the challenges and opportunities of modernization efforts. Listen in as their conversation explores the role of hydropower in the energy transition.
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2024-02-1518 min
EPRI Current22. Building a Sustainable Future: A 15-Year Research JourneyJoining the show today to discuss EPRI's sustainability initiatives and the industry's efforts towards a more sustainable future are Jessica Fox, Principal Technical Executive at EPRI, Greg Rouse, Senior Technical Leader at EPRI, and Sandy Nessing, Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer at AEP (American Electric Power). The guests share insights about their roles in their respective organizations and the progress made in the field of sustainability over the past 15 years. They also discuss the Energy Sustainability Interest Group (ESIG), its objectives, and the research projects it is currently working on and their thoughts on the future of sustainability...2024-01-3122 minEPRI Current21. EPRI Current Introduces Ambition into ActionIn this special episode of the EPRI Current, hosts Samantha Gilman and Bill Florence introduce a new podcast series in collaboration with the Global Forum for Nuclear Innovation (GFNI) called 'Ambition Into Action.' Joined by Dan Moneghan, EPRI's lead on advanced nuclear fuel cycles, they discuss the goals of the limited podcast series, which will feature guests from nuclear and other industries exploring solutions to common challenges including the workforce of the future and agile plant operations. Their stories of turning their ambition into action aim to inspire and equip listeners with the knowledge and tools to make...2024-01-1912 min
EPRI Current20. Best of 2023Welcome to our first podcast of 2024. In this episode, we are taking a look back at the inaugural year of the EPRI Current. You’ll hear segments from a number of our episodes from last year, providing insights from industry experts and addressing topics such as fusion and fission, robotics, energy storage, climate change, circularity, offshore wind, and nuclear innovation. Join us as we reflect on the best highlights from 2023 on the EPRI Current and get ready for an exciting lineup of episodes in 2024. Listen in every other week as we bring you the latest research, industry insights, and mo...2024-01-0419 min
EPRI Current19. Heats Pumps: A Piece of the Building Decarbonization PuzzleIn this episode of the EPRI Current, host Samantha Gilman speaks with EPRI's expert on heat pumps, Ron Dimitrovic. Ron, the Senior Program Manager for Grid Edge Customer Technologies, discusses the importance of decarbonizing fossil heating and the role of heat pumps in achieving this goal. Learn how heat pumps allow for the use of renewable energy to heat buildings and water, while also providing high efficiency and the challenges and trends associated with their adoption.
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EPRI Current18. Understanding 24/7 Carbon Free EnergyIn this episode of The EPRI Current, host Samantha Gilman discusses the concept of 24/7 Carbon-Free Energy (24/7 CFE) with two guests, Arin Kaye from EPRI's Energy Systems and Climate Analysis Group and Chris Pennington, the Director of Energy and Sustainability at Iron Mountain. In their conversation, they explore the emerging trend of 24/7 CFE, which goes beyond traditional renewable energy targets to match corporate electricity consumption on an hourly basis. The episode also explores Iron Mountain's strategy, the evolving ecosystem of providers, and EPRI's support for this effort.
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EPRI Current17. Innovation, Energy Startups, and the Path to DecarbonizationIn this episode of The EPRI Current, host Bill Florence welcomes Dan Killoren, the Program Manager for EPRI's Global Innovation Hub. In their conversation, they discuss Incubatenergy Labs (IEL), a program that connects utilities with early-stage companies and startups to collaborate on validating innovative technologies and solutions for the energy industry. Dan explains the application process for startups, the value of IEL for both energy companies and startups, and the diverse range of projects that IEL supports.
Visit EPRI.com to learn more about Incubatenergy Labs and the upcoming Demo Day event on November 1st an...2023-10-1921 min
EPRI Current16. Training the Energy Workforce of the FutureDive into an inspiring conversation with interns from EPRI's Rotational Internship Program. In this episode of the EPRI Current, host Bill Florence sits down with Sophie Lalonde, Prutha Bhide, and Billy Evans to discuss the program's value, EPRI’s diverse research environment and commitment to objectivity, the broad scope of opportunities the Rotational Internship Program provides, and more!
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EPRI Current15. What is Advanced Nuclear, and Why Do We Need a Roadmap?In this episode of The EPRI Current, host Samantha Gillman is joined by Craig Stover, EPRI's Senior Program Manager for Advanced Nuclear, and Marc Nichol, the Nuclear Energy Institute's Executive Director for New Nuclear. They discuss advanced nuclear technology and the recently published Roadmap for Advanced Reactors. The roadmap outlines key enablers and 46 key actions needed to support the deployment of advanced nuclear reactors in North America. Craig and Marc dive into the bipartisan support for nuclear energy and the significant opportunities it presents in addressing climate change, national security, resilience, and economic growth. They also talk about the...2023-09-2121 min
EPRI Current14. Embracing the Power of Large Language Models: Shaping the Future of AIToday we're diving into the remarkable world of artificial intelligence and language technology. ChatGPT has taken the tech world by storm demonstrating its ability to generate human-like text and engage in meaningful conversations on a wide range of topics. Join us as we peel back the layers of this groundbreaking technology, exploring its creation applications, and the endless possibilities it offers.
The previous paragraph was actually created by ChatGPT which sets up the topic of today’s conversation perfectly. Joining the show are two experts from EPRI, Christine Lee and Lea Boche to discuss generative AI...2023-09-0620 min
EPRI Current13. Supply Chain Opportunities for Clean Energy TechnologiesIn this episode, we welcome guest Robin Bedilion, Principal Project Manager at EPRI, to discuss the topic of supply chains and their impact on the energy industry. The conversation explores the challenges and considerations related to supply chains for various energy technologies, particularly those crucial for deep decarbonization efforts. Transportation, rare earth elements, and recycling and sustainability in the supply chain are also covered as well as the importance of collaboration, research, and innovation to address supply chain challenges and achieve a clean energy transition.
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EPRI Current12. Extreme Heat: How the Changing Climate Raises the RiskIn this episode of The EPRI Current, host Samantha Gilman is joined by Erik Smith, a climate resilience analyst, and Dan Kirk-Davidoff, an atmospheric scientist and Senior Technical Leader, both from EPRI's Energy Systems and Climate Analysis Group. The conversation focuses on extreme heat climate data modeling and forecasting for energy system resilience. Listen in as they explore the distinction between weather and climate in relation to extreme heat events and discuss the challenges and opportunities in preparing energy systems for future climate changes.
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EPRI Current11. Securing Our Energy Future: The Value of Resource AdequacyThis episode of the EPRI Current Podcast dives into the crucial and timely topic of Resource Adequacy, exploring the process of ensuring that energy systems have enough capacity to meet customer demands. Joining host Bill Florence are EPRI’s Senior Engineer, Irene Danti Lopez, and Techinical Leader, Genevieve de Mijolla to discuss EPRI’s multi-year initiative and research program to focus on the issue of Resource Adequacy. This conversation also looks at the changing resource mix, including renewables, and the effects of climate change, as well as examines how Resource Adequacy modeling can accurately model extreme weather events and clim...2023-07-2621 min
EDUCATIVO | Aprende algo nuevo todos los díasDerribando mitos: ¿Cómo es estudiar en el EPRI? | UFM TalksConoce más sobre las carreras que ofrece EPRI en https://epri.ufm.edu/
El Instituto de Estudios Políticos y Relaciones Internacionales (EPRI) de la Universidad Francisco Marroquín te ofrece aprender, comprender, analizar y debatir acerca de la política, el comercio, el entorno nacional y la realidad internacional.
EPRI te da la oportunidad de estudiar parte de los cursos del pénsum en Madrid. Además, podrás viajar y participar de los distintos convenios de intercambio para formarte en otras universidades de prestigio y pasar un semestre inolvidable.
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EPRI Current10. Energy Storage: Global OpportunitiesThe topic of this episode is energy storage and the road to COP28. We are joined by two EPRI experts, Andrew Maxon and Zaid Al Ansari, for this conversation about global opportunities in energy storage. Listen in to learn more about the research EPRI is currently working on, a breakdown of the different types of energy storage needed and why, as well as a discussion on why this is such an important topic and EPRI’s activities in the Middle East and the upcoming COP28 event.
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EPRI Current9. Blowing in the Wind: Wind Energy’s Growth as a Global Clean Energy SourceOur guests on this episode of The EPRI Current are Renewable Energy R&D Program Manager, Brandon Fitchett, and Offshore Wind R&D Lead, Curtiss Fox. This conversation explores wind energy and its unique challenges and opportunities, and its growth as a global clean energy source.
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EPRI Current8. From Phishing to Fences: A Look at Cyber and Physical Grid SecurityIn this episode, Cyber Security Program manager, Ben Sooter and Substations Program Manager Erika Willis talk about security, both the physical security of our infrastructure and cyber security of our energy system and grid. Listen in to learn about the types of threats the energy system may experience and what the incredible team at EPRI is doing to combat them.
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EPRI Current7. Pollinator Power Party PreviewIn this episode, join EPRI’s Jessica Fox and Pollinator Partnership’s Kelly Bills as we discuss the upcoming Pollinator Power Party and the research done on the intersection of the clean energy transition and pollinator conservation.
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EPRI Current6. Fusion: A Game-Changing Clean Energy Technology?Fusion is a potentially game changing technology that offers the promise of an unlimited supply of clean energy in the future. On this episode, we are joined by two experts from EPRI’s Transformative Nuclear Technologies Team, Dr. Andrew Sowder, Senior Technical Executive and scientist/engineer Diana Grandas. Listen in to learn more about fusion and fusion energy.
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SunCastEPRI's Arshad Mansoor on Resiliency as the Crucial Factor in Sustainable Energy Systems Today we talk with Arshad Mansoor, President and CEO of the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI), about the crucial link between resiliency and decarbonization.Reducing our carbon footprint and transitioning to a low-carbon economy is essential for combating climate change. However, before we can achieve these goals, we need to ensure that our systems are resilient enough to cope with the impacts of climate change.Arshad Mansoor defines resiliency as "the tip of the spear to get to decarbonization."EPRI is an independent, nonprofit energy research and development organization that has...2023-05-0456 min
EPRI Current5. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle – The Circular EconomyIn this special Earth Month edition of the EPRI Current we are joined by EPRI Experts Dr. Stephanie Shaw, Technical Executive at EPRI and Cara Libby Principal Technical Leader at EPRI in our Renewable Generation Team to talk about the circular economy and how “reduce reuse and recycle” applies to the electric sector. Also discussed is what the circular economy is, how it relates to the electric industry, its barriers, and EPRI’s forward-looking efforts towards a decarbonized future and clean energy technologies.
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EPRI Current4. EPRI’s Mission in a Clean Energy FutureToday on the EPRI Current we sit down with EPRI’s VP of Corporate Affairs, Katie Jereza. Katie comes from extensive background in the energy industry and, in addition to leading our external engagement at EPRI, she is a significant voice in the energy industry.
In this conversation, we discuss EPRI's mission in the modern energy age, as well as how EPRI is working internationally to deliver on its mission of a clean energy future that is affordable, reliable, and equitable.
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EPRI Current3. DISTRIBUTECH International Conference 2023 RecapToday on the EPRI Current we are joined by EPRI’s Director of Energy Storage and DER, Haresh Kamath about the recent DISTRIBUTECH International® Conference held in February 2023.
Listen in as Haresh and host Samatha Gilman discuss the work Haresh does with EPRI, their experience at DISTRIBUTECH, the panels and new technologies presented, as well as some footage straight from the DISTRIBUTECH show floor.
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EPRI Current2. Climate READiEPRI’s new, three-year initiative, Climate READi: Power (REsilience and ADaptation initiative), brings global thought leaders and industry stakeholders together to develop a common framework to address the challenge of extreme weather and physical climate risk to electricity.
On this episode of the EPRI current Climate READi Director, Morgan Scott, and Senior Technical Leader, Andrea Staid, sit down with host, Samantha Gilman to talk about what Climate READI is, the incredible work they’ve been doing since it launched 1 year ago, and the response to the initiative so far.
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EPRI Current1. Introducing the EPRI Current PodcastWelcome to The EPRI Current Podcast! Get to know our hosts, who EPRI is, and what you can expect to hear on the podcast.
EPRI Current examines key issues and new R&D impacting the energy transition. Each episode features insights from EPRI, the world's preeminent independent, non-profit energy research and development organization, and from other energy industry leaders. We also discuss how innovative technologies are shaping the global energy future. Learn more at www.epri.com
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Electric Perspectives055 Electric Perspectives: EPRI Drives Collaboration to Enhance Energy Grid Resilience
Storms and natural disasters are increasing in frequency and severity, and EEI’s member companies are working to harden the energy grid against these threats to ensure customers can receive the reliable and resilient energy they need to power their lives. To bring the electric power sector together and strengthen the industry’s approach to managing climate risk to the energy grid, EPRI created the Climate Resilience and Adaptation (READi) initiative. On this episode, Morgan Scott, EPRI’s director of Climate READi and Sustainability & Ecosystem Stewardship, discusses the initiative and how the initiative's members — including EEI member companies — are working to...2023-01-1131 min
EBA Energy ExchangeSeason 3, Episode 2: Dr. Arshad Mansoor, EPRI President and CEOIn this episode, Dr. Mansoor and Mosby have an in-depth conversation about EPRI’s history, work, and mission on advancing our generation, deployment and use of electricity in the United States and around the globe. Arshad talks in-depth about wind, solar, and hydrogen and how EPRI is thinking about distribution and storage. Arshad discusses next generation nuclear power plants, how that technology will continue to evolve, and how we can harness AI and new technologies to produce safer and cheaper nuclear-produced electricity, steam, and hydrogen. Dr. Mansoor explains his focus on climate change and how it is pe...2022-07-281h 59
Women in UtilitiesEpisode 15 - Morgan Scott from Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI)This episode features Morgan Scott, Director - Climate READi, Sustainability & Ecosystem Stewardship at the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). Morgan is incredibly passionate about sustainability so we take a closer look at what is meant by sustainability, what work EPRI is doing in this area, and the complexity and challenges faced by organisations in becoming more sustainable.Morgan’s shares her own journey, including talking about the book she co-edited and her experience representing EPRI in an international setting.2022-04-2235 min
Grid TalkReimagining, Rebuilding the Grid - EPRI’s TakeWith society becoming more and more dependent on electricity, upgrading the electric grid is an urgent challenge. In this episode of Grid Talk, host Marty Rosenberg talks with Andrew Phillips who is the Vice President of Transmission and Distribution Infrastructure for the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). The conversation focuses on what it will take to ensure the reliable delivery of electricity in an age of electrification.“We have the opportunity and to build new transmission lines and not build them to the same specs and standards that we used in the ‘80s and ‘70s but to think...2022-02-1129 min
Capitol Crude: The US Energy Policy PodcastEPRI sets sights on finding an energy molecule to fuel a decarbonized futureThe UN Climate Change Conference taking place in Glasgow, Scotland, has been hailed as the world’s best last chance to get a handle on the climate crisis. In the US, groups like the Electric Power Research Institute are working on climate solutions and advancing energy technologies to meet increasingly ambitious decarbonization goals set by companies and governments. As part of that effort, EPRI, along with its natural gas counterpart, launched the Low-Carbon Resources Initiative, an international R&D collaborative aimed at finding an energy carrier suitable for a decarbonized, sustainable future. Senior editor Jasmin Melvin spoke wit...2021-11-0119 min
Energy Central55. AI & the Modern Utility with Bhavani Amirthlingam of Ameren, Jeremy Renshaw of EPRIArtificial intelligence (AI) has transformed every industry it's touched, from commerce to transportation to social media, but arguably some of the most widespread impact that AI-enabled tools is on the electric power grid. Amid a time where utilities are seeking ways to make the supply and demand markets efficient, optimize the maintenance of immense stretches of assets across their coverage areas, and find ways to integrated clean energy resources, AI appears to be one of the key tools that will unlock new possibilities.
This digital topic is one that can quickly become complex and hard to understand, so the Energy...2021-10-1129 minGrid TalkPivotal Energy Research Ahead - New Leader at EPRIIn this episode of Grid Talk, host Marty Rosenberg talks with Arshad Mansoor of the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI). Mr. Mansoor is the President at EPRI and will take over as CEO on January 1, 2021. The podcast focuses on EPRI's research efforts to address the challenges of delivering reliable and affordable electricity, including coming up with a pathway to accelerate the transition to clean energy. "We need to rethink, what is the design basis of this power system to be more resilient in 2040 when A) the weather is different, and B) because of electrification, societydepends m...2020-12-0125 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDCOVID-19 Impacts on Electricity Peak Demand and UseAs governments and healthcare workers around the globe attack the novel coronavirus and COVID-19, the world slowed to a near standstill. EPRI Unplugged explores the reduction in electricity peak demand and use in the first few weeks of the pandemic, and the industry’s efforts to protect its critical workforce.2020-04-0622 minEPRI UNPLUGGEDThe Future of Electric PowerThe most important innovation in the electric power sector was born far outside the electric power sector, according to EPRI President Arshad Mansoor. In this episode of EPRI Unplugged, we poke at the surface of the issues facing the industry, and how R&D remains a critical tool to unlocking the energy future.2020-03-1021 minEPRI UNPLUGGEDBlockchain… coming to a utility near you!Is your local utility using blockchain? Would you know if it was? In this episode, we talk to two early adopters, ConEdison and Pacific Gas & Electric, about where they see opportunities for blockchain and how they are collaborating with EPRI’s Utility Blockchain Interest Group to learn from one another. For a primer on blockchain, give a listen to our earlier episode Preparing for Blockchain in the Utility Industry.2019-12-1128 minEPRI UNPLUGGEDElectrification Europe: Live from ParisIn this special episode of EPRI Unplugged, you will hear four different perspectives from participants of the Electrification Europe Summit, recorded live from Palais Brongniart, in Paris, France. Covering issues of electrification of cities, buildings, and industrial processes, this episode serves as an introduction to some of the solutions being explored to decarbonize the global economy.2019-12-0519 minEPRI UNPLUGGED“Water Quality Trading: Clean Water, Compliant Companies, and Safe Dogs”Jessica Fox, our resident environmental scientist and all-around world saver, is back on the podcast to discuss her award-winning work to protect the Ohio River Basin. This collaborative water quality trading program takes a market-based approach to limit the negative impacts of run-off from phosphorus and nitrogen in the environment. Jessica explains how EPRI’s program helps remove these pollutants from a small stream in Indiana to the Gulf of Mexico, enabling anyone to support local and global sustainability programs with one online transaction. Listen to learn more, and then buy yourself—or your dog—a water quality credit at wqt...2019-11-2221 minEPRI UNPLUGGEDHarnessing the Power of AIIt’s fair to say we encounter artificial intelligence every day. Utilities are also discovering how to harness the power of AI. EPRI recently launched an initiative, AI.EPRI, to create a central hub for AI research in the utility space. This podcast explores how AI is being used today, the value of data, and what lies ahead.2019-11-0728 minEPRI UNPLUGGEDThe Plug-and-Play-ification of EV Charging InfrastructureRange anxiety, or the fear of running out of power before you get to your destination, sits at the top of the list of fears keeping people from buying a new electric vehicle. One solution to this problem is the deployment of public charging infrastructure. But how we make this infrastructure “just work” is another major question, and the core of a recent EPRI white paper. This collaborative white paper, and a few more EV topics, will be discussed in this EPRI Unplugged episode.2019-10-1019 minEPRI UNPLUGGEDPowerful PollinatorsWhat do bees and electric utilities have in common? Much more than you think. In this episode, Jessica Fox, EPRI’s resident bee lover, takes us through the ins and outs of the electric power sector’s role in supporting pollinator ecosystems and populations. 2019-08-0121 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDShifting Energy Across Time and Space: Batteries on the GridEnergy storage has made significant progress in the last two decades. In this episode we discuss where energy storage has been, where it might go and what EPRI is doing to help us get there. Haresh Kamath, senior program manager with EPRI’s Power Delivery and Utilization sector, talks with EPRI Unplugged about the ubiquitous nature of the battery.2019-05-2121 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDHopping on a HyperloopIn the nearly three years of EPRI’s podcast we’ve covered a wide variety of topics and technologies, ranging from electric vehicles to advanced fossil technologies to cyber security. One area we haven’t covered is technologies on the horizon that could have a meaningful impact on the energy industry. In this episode we are exploring the potential for hyperloops… high speed transportation in a tube. Sound futuristic? Yes, but advances in technology could bring hyperloops to a city near you in the not-too-distant future.2019-02-1921 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDShining a Light on Advanced Solar ForecastingSolar forecasting, and the application of advanced solar forecasting to grid operations, are crucial research areas in enabling higher levels of renewable resources and making sure system operators can keep the lights on. EPRI recently received a $1.8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy for research related to integration of advanced solar forecasting into system operations. EPRI researchers shine light on the future of advanced solar forecasting and its impact on grid operations.2018-12-1125 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDPreparing for Blockchain in the Utility IndustryIn this episode we dive into a topic you’ve probably at least heard about – blockchain. What is it? How does it work? And what does it mean for the utility industry? Some of our leading experts at EPRI answer these questions and more.2018-11-1324 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDForecasting the Future for Renewable AssetsAs the number of wind and solar farms continue to increase, asset owners are innovating for efficiency, cost, and reliability. This innovation includes the area of operations and maintenance. Renewable asset owners are considering such things as how to best apply insights from large amounts of data, opportunities for efficiency monitoring and improvement, and when or if to use a third party for O&M services. EPRI wind and solar researchers shine a light on these issues and more in our latest podcast.2018-10-1629 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDUnder the Lights: Indoor Agriculture and Efficient ElectrificationIndoor agriculture facilities have the potential to deliver fresh produce to local and regional communities, reducing transportation costs and emissions, and reducing water usage. They also require electricity. Frank Sharp, EPRI Senior Technical Leader for Energy Utilization, joins the podcast to talk about the technology and what it means for the utility industry and efficient electrification.2018-08-2120 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDManaging Global Cyber Security RiskProtecting Critical Assets: Cyber security is a critical priority for electric utilities. How can utilities protect themselves against attack by terrorists and hackers? What can be done to strengthen grid resilience against threats to equipment failures? EPRI’s cyber security experts discuss these threats and how EPRI’s cyber security technologies can protect the utility industry.2018-02-2028 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDEMP and the Electric GridHigh-altitude electromagnetic pulse describes a nuclear detonation over land that could potentially cause damage to large transformers and substations. However, there are differing opinions on just how catastrophic an event such as this might be. As a result, EPRI launched a three-year research initiative in 2016 to investigate these events, including threat assessment, mitigation, and recovery. EPRI Vice President of Transmission and Distribution, Rob Manning, sits down to discuss findings so far and research that is ongoing.2017-10-1718 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDThe Solar SiestaHuman observers within the narrow band of total eclipse on August 21, 2017 were treated to a dramatic experience of light and dark. In contrast to the human experience, solar generators responded to the gradual changes in light intensity both in the band of “totality” and across the much broader region of partial eclipse, as recorded by researchers and monitors across North America. Hear from EPRI researchers about the data gathered during the eclipse and how this research can inform future operations.2017-09-0118 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDFuture Vision: Widespread Deployment of Augmented RealityA consideration for the future of augmented reality is the impact of interoperability. In this conversation, EPRI technical executive John Simmins and augmented reality consultant and advisor Christine Perey help us decode interoperability and the importance of industry standards to the future of augmented reality in the utility industry.2017-08-0822 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDEnvisioning the Energy FutureIntegrated resource planners play a unique role in the utility industry as the people tasked with anticipating what the future may hold. EPRI’s vice president of Distribution and Energy Utilization sits down to talk about the impact of renewable generation, distributed energy resources, and the need for common standards across the industry.2017-03-0719 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDNuclear Innovation – It’s Not an OxymoronThe nuclear industry is taking the lead to reach new heights in innovation. Hear from EPRI experts and the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Development & Deployment in the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Nuclear Energy as they discuss emerging technologies, how DOE and EPRI are supporting R&D, and when advanced nuclear technologies could be deployed in the United States.2017-02-1426 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDSmaller, Smarter, and by the way, Efficient!Advances in technology gifted us with greater convenience through smaller, smarter devices, while also contributing to energy efficiency. This “naturally occurring” form of energy efficiency is driving down energy demand as customers adopt new technologies. Energy efficiency can be described in three waves, dating back to the 1970s. In this episode, EPRI researcher Doug Lindsey discusses the characteristics of each wave, specifically those associated with the third wave, and potential impact on the utility industry.2016-12-2020 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDCreating an Open Road for Electric VehiclesWith a growing number of electric vehicle options entering the market, able to cover longer distances at an affordable price, the idea of a North American infrastructure for vehicle charging is moving from concept to reality. Dan Bowermaster, EPRI senior program manager for electric transportation, discusses what exists today and pilot projects underway to plan for an increasingly electrified tomorrow.2016-11-2220 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDExtending the Nuclear OptionAs utilities look at maintaining nuclear power generation assets beyond current 60 year operating licenses, EPRI’s Long-Term Operations program is researching the technical issues associated with long term operations. Senior Program Manager Sherry Bernhoft discusses the potential for life extensions to 80 years, and even beyond.2016-10-0617 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDPokémon Go and the New Digital RealityIf you’ve played Pokémon Go, you’ve experienced augmented reality. The benefits of this technology reach far beyond gaming. Advances in augmented reality are allowing utilities to visualize components and systems. In this episode, EPRI Technical Executive John Simmins discusses potential applications for the “glasses” that would alter how utility workers view their work in the field.2016-08-2416 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDReflections from ParisThe December 2015 Paris Agreement on Climate Change set a new direction for global climate policy with developing and developed countries joining together in making commitments to limit their emissions through 2030 ,and beyond. Hear from EPRI climate researcher Steve Rose about his participation as well as important takeaways from the historic event.2016-05-2618 min
EPRI UNPLUGGEDEntrepreneurs and the Energy Community: Bridging a Critical GapThe Incubatenergy Network, an effort led by EPRI with co-funding from the U.S. Department of Energy, is creating a stronger collaborations with the entrepreneurial community to identify and incubate clean energy technologies. EPRI's lead for the Incubatenergy Network, Beth Hartman, is joined by Jenn Garson from the DOE and Kathleen Baireuther from the Austin Technology Incubator to discuss the role the network plays in supporting entrepreneurs.2016-05-1220 min