Distributed energy resources (DERs) are challenging utilities in multiple ways—from high-level strategy and planning to more tactical efforts such as rate-making, program and service development, customer education and communications, and the evolution of internal organizational structures. Our 2024 Utility DER and Electrification Benchmark will survey US and Canadian utilities and present a detailed overview of utility DER-related activities. Participating utilities will gain insights into their own strategies’ strengths and gaps as well as ideas for future efforts.
What you get
All participants will receive a summary of the results, highlighting key insights and trends. Additionally, members of the E Source Distributed Energy Resource Strategy Service will receive:
- An in-depth report with key findings and considerations from the survey
- In-depth reports that explore specific topical areas covered in the benchmark
- Access to a member-only web conference where we’ll detail the most relevant findings
If you’re interested in receiving the full set of deliverables, but your utility does not subscribe to the E Source Distributed Energy Resource Strategy Service, please contact us.
Topics we cover
The 2024 study will explore the types and impacts of customer-facing solutions that make the most of DER technologies.
Solutions we’ll cover include:
- Pilots and programs
- Education and communication efforts
- Innovation-related efforts
- Support for nonresidential customers
- Workforce education development
- Approaches to green power
- Organizational structure and resourcing
- Revenue-generating offerings and unregulated offerings
Technologies we’ll cover include:
- EV charging infrastructure
- Batteries and thermal energy storage
- Rooftop and community solar and green power
- Smart and grid-interactive devices
- Smart panels and home energy management systems
Study results
2019 Utility DER and Electrification Benchmark
2018 Utility DER Strategy Benchmark
2017 Utility DER Strategy Benchmark
If you’re a subscriber, these links will take you to the study deliverables. If you’re not currently a subscriber, contact us for information on how to become an E Source member.