Distributed energy resources: Transitioning to a clean energy future [In My View]

In my 40-year career as a utility consumer advocate, regulator, and consultant, I have participated in key power industry transitions, including • the 1980s, advocating integrated resource planning collaborating with utilities to design energy efficiency programs. proponent of acid rain cap trade program 1990 Clean Air Act amendments helping U.S. Environmental Protection Agency develop SO2 allowance trading program. leading modeling on benefits locational marginal pricing 1990s later supporting development Midcontinent Independent System Operator’s ancillary service markets. encouraging smart grid investments commissioner Public Utilities Commission Ohio from 2007 2012 guide standards Board Smart Grid Interoperability Panel Federal Advisory Committees for Department Energy National Institute Standards Technology. advising clients aligning business regulatory models transition clean economy.