This white paper describes simulation and analysis tools, the current state of the art of simulation, and the research gaps for effective management of renewable resources and electric vehicles in distribution systems as California strives to achieve 33% renewable penetration by 2020 in accordance with the state’s Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS). This white paper is intended to provide information that will help target future solicitations for research toward applications that will help California better reach its renewable energy goals.

Appendix G to Real Time Grid Reliability Management 2005 Report

Final Project Report prepared for CIEE and California Energy Commission

Presented Paper - 48th Annual Allerton Conference on Communication, Control and Computing

There are many strategic policy issues related to reliability and operations for integration of renewables in California. Historically, these issues have been addressed individually and often litigiously. As the type and level of renewables in the energy mix increases, the number of reliability and operational issues are expected to increase. To meet the objectives of the RPS and accelerate development of renewables, California needs a predictable policy framework for operational integration of new renewables. The present study seeks to learn from the experiences and best practices of other regions that have integrated large amounts of renewables and assess the applicable lessons they provide for California, in establishing a stable policy framework for addressing the operational and reliability issues for renewables integration.