Attend the Minnesota Energy Storage Alliance Hot Topic: Rate Design and Energy Storage
The Energy Transition Lab Invites You to Attend MESA’s Hot Topic: Rate Design and Energy Storage
You are invited to attend the Hot Topic discussion hosted by the Minnesota Energy Storage Alliance (MESA) on rate design and Energy Storage. The discussion will feature a presentation by Chris Villarreal, Director of Policy for the Minnesota Public Utility Commission and Char of the NARUC (National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners) Staff Subcommittee on Rate Design. Chris will talk about the final version of the NARUC Manual on Distributed Energy Resources (DER) Rate Design and Compensation, rate design, and the role of DER going forward including the relevance of rate design to energy storage applications.
This event is part of a series of Hot Topics on Storage hosted by MESA, where energy enthusiasts can indulge their inner energy geek and engage in an in-depth, informal conversation with experts.
Time and Place: This event will be held from 2:30 to 3:30 on Wednesday, November 9 at the University of Minnesota Law School Room 40. The Law School, Mondale Hall, is at 229 19th Avenue South, Minneapolis, 55455.
Getting here: We are located near the West Bank light rail stop on the Green Line. From the stop, go up the stairs/elevator to 19th Avenue, turn right, and walk to the nearest building on your right, which is Mondale Hall. The University of Minnesota Law School is located on several Metro Transit bus routes including routes 2, 3, 7 and 22 as well as the University of Minnesota’s Campus Connector. By car, parking in pay lots at Mondale Hall is available at a variety of locations on the U of M West Bank campus including: Surface Lot C86, north of Mondale Hall, the 19th Ave. Ramp and the 21st Ave. Ramp.
MESA will provide beverages and light refreshments. This event is free and open to all interested, so feel free to invite friends or colleagues Read more →
The Minnesota Energy Storage Alliance (MESA)
About the Minnesota Energy Storage Alliance (MESA)
The Minnesota Energy Storage Alliance (MESA) was formed by interested volunteer stakeholders, based on the shared view that our state and region will be a strong market for energy storage. We aspire to be a Midwest forum to share knowledge; connect industry, utilities, researchers, policymakers, regulators, experts, and clean energy advocates; and advance smart policies to support energy storage. MESA is convened by the University of Minnesota’s Energy Transition Lab with support from the McKnight Foundation.
Our Mission
To lead in accelerating the development of energy storage in Minnesota and the Midwest Region. Click Here to Read More About Our Vision and Principles.
What We Do
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Organize and host the annual Energy Storage Summit. Learn more about the Summit here.
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Monitor and comment on energy storage-related activities at the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), and the U.S. Department of Energy. See our comments here.
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Provide expert information and recommendations to Minnesota regulators and policymakers. See our comments here.
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Leverage our expert membership to provide thought leadership in many forums. Click Here to learn more about becoming a member today
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Support energy storage research, industry, and economic development.
Our Structure
Steering Committee
The Steering Committee represents a broad cross-section of energy stakeholders and experts. Current members include:
Ellen Anderson, Convenor Massoud Amin, U of MN
Holly Lahd, Fresh Energy Christine Andrews, Attorney
Hari Osofsky, U of MN Laureen Ross McKalib, Great River Energy
Ralph Jacobson, IPS Solar Brent Bergland, Mortenson Construction
Bria Shea, Xcel Energy Lise Trudeau, MN Department of Commerce
W. John Frederick, Energy Consultant Matt Prorok, Great Plains Institute
Phyllis Reha, Par Energy Solutions Beth Soholt, Wind on the Wires
Jenny Edwards, Center for Energy and Environment (CEE)
John Kearney, MN Solar Energy Industry Association (MNSEIA)
Rao Konidena, Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO)
Committees
- Policy & Markets Barriers and Solutions Committee, focuses on overall energy storage legal, regulatory, policy, and market issues.
- State Policy Sub-Committee focuses on the Public Utilities Commission and State Legislature.
- Regional Markets Sub-Committee, focuses on MISO rules and wholesale market policies.
- Committees in Formation: Knowledge Sharing and Outreach Committee, Industry & Research Development Committee
Funding
Minnesota Energy Storage Alliance (MESA) funding is provided by the McKnight Foundation and the Energy Transition Lab. The Energy Transition Lab (ETL) is funded by the University of Minnesota’s Institute on the Environment, the Office of the Vice President for Research, and the Law School, as well as by grants from the McKnight Foundation and the U.S. Department of Energy. ETL is actively seeking additional funding to support MESA’s work.
