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This course provides a basic introduction to Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and how they impact electric systems and markets.

What you will learn:

The definition of DERs
The different types of DERs and how they are categorized by demand side management, distributed generation, and distributed storage
How DERs impact the electric delivery system
How DERs may participate in markets
Potential future growth of DERs

Following is a more detailed outline of content contained in the Introduction to Distributed Energy Resources online course.

The definition of DERs
Categories of DERs (demand side management, distributed generation, distributed storage) and a list of the key technologies in each category
How DERs can be aggregated into larger pools (virtual power plants, microgrids, community solar, and distributed energy resource management systems)
DERs as a load modifier vs. as a supply resource
Overview of key impacts DERs may have on distribution and bulk electric systems
Overview of how distribution and bulk electric systems will benefit from DERs
How DERs may participate in electric markets (customer bill management, retail markets, wholesale markets)
Potential growth of DERs
Stages in the DER adoption curve and how distribution and bulk electric systems adapt to integrate DERs in each stage

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