Overview
The Solar Aggregation and Advanced Inverter Pilot Project, an initiative of the
PowerPath DC Pilot Projects Governance Board, aims to explore the benefits of advanced inverter equipment, including communications and the expansion of solar hosting capacity. The pilot project was created to provide insights to assist the Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia (DCPSC) in identifying technologies and policies that could be implemented in the District to modernize the distribution energy delivery system for increased sustainability and address grid integration challenges.
Project Status
The DCPSC has awarded a contract for this pilot project. Additional details will be provided as they become available. The DCPSC continues to explore opportunities for future advancements in this area and remains committed to addressing the District's clean energy and sustainability objectives.
Background
This pilot was part of a broader effort under the
Pepco Holdings, Inc.-Exelon merger agreement, which established a $21.55 million Pilot Project Fund Subaccount to support energy modernization projects in the District.