Intelligent Generation is a Chicago-based software company that has been piloting its technology with PJM for almost two years. IG has the unique capability to take one regulation signal from PJM, using PJM's hardware encrypted ARCOM box, and allocate the signal to multiple assets. In this way, IG improves the efficiency of regulation and extends the useful life of the batteries in its network. For example, a single storage asset committed to providing 100 kW of regulation power may only be called on to provide 10% (i.e., 10 kW) for a given interval. This is very inefficient for the inverter. IG solves this problem by having, e.g., a network of 10 storage assets with 10 kW of power delivery capacity, resulting in the same 100 kW of regulation power. In this architecture, when PJM calls for only 10% of the committed 100 kW to be delivered, IG can direct one of the 10 batteries in its network to provide all 10 kW. This is much more efficient for that building's inverter and serves to prolong battery life among the network, as only one of the ten batteries experiences a charge (or discharge) cycle for that interval.
The discussion will focus on IG's networked approach to frequency regulation as well as additional "stacked" benefits from energy storage. A demonstration of IG's current capability will also be delivered.
Jay pursued his law degree, at night, from Chicago-Kent College of Law and in 2003 graduated as valedictorian. After completing law school, Jay joined the firm of Latham & Watkins LLP in Chicago, where he worked on multi-billion dollar deals for energy companies, intellectual property and contract disputes for automotive sector clients, and matters related to the Clean Air Act, climate change and renewable energy legislation.
Jay was an early proponent of renewable energy and smart grid technology. He has written numerous articles on the next two generations of the smart grid, and most notably authored the book "Re-Energizing America: A Common Sense Approach to Achieving U.S. Energy Independence In Our Generation," available at amazon.com.
Gary Sloan is Chief Technology Officer. He started his career as a consultant with Arthur Andersen's Management Information Consulting Division (MICD) -- now Accenture. His experience focused on the development and implementation of large, custom, application systems. More recently, Gary has served as Director of Financial Systems at one of the world's largest, global law firms, Sidley Austin. In between, Gary spent 15 years in entrepreneurial settings -- leading IT organizations at two, successful, telecom-industry start-ups -- MFS Telecom and Focal Communications. Gary joined both firms in their early stages, building their IT organizations, business systems, and IT infrastructure. Gary graduated Magna Cum Laude, from Bradley University, with a bachelor's degree in Computer Science.
| Location | Time | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Sargent & Lundy, 24th floor Conference Room | 11:30 AM | Social | |
| 55 East Monroe St | 11:45 AM | Lunch (optional) | |
| (Enter from Monroe or Adams, near Wabash) | 12:00 PM | Presentation | |
| Chicago, IL 60603 | 1:00 PM | Adjourn | |
| 312-269-2000 |
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