Smart Grid Technology and the importance of integrated communications

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1 Leading the transformation of how energy and information are delivered Smart Grid Technology and the importance of integrated communications November 2007

2 About BPL Global BPL Global is dedicated to leading the transformation of how energy and information are delivered Focused on Energy Delivery and Broadband markets Strong regional commitment with six BPL Global offices worldwide Actively engaged with 26+ regional partnerships for Energy Delivery and Broadband opportunities SAN FRANCISCO PITTSBURGH PARIS KUWAIT MANILA SÃO PAULO BPL Global HQ Regional Office Power is Information 2

3 BPL Global Overview Provides best-of-breed smart grid applications Internal development of advanced software applications Co-development with industry leaders for additional hardware and software applications BPL Global designs and deploys technology solutions for the global power industry Communications Networks Intelligent sensing and metering Grid device integration Provides broadband solutions to end-users Unregulated services to generate incremental revenue Compelling investment model with cost and performance advantages over other broadband technologies Power is Information 3

4 Smart Grid for Intelligent Energy Delivery Operational Capabilities Infrastructure & Planning Management Demand Side Management Distribution Reliability Asset Management Future State Business Intelligence Driven - Spending and capacity optimized based on integrated systems analytics and business intelligence algorithms Integrated DSM System - Broad deployment for granular load shaping, shifting, and leveling - Integrated for asset protection and DER management Integrated Restoration Process - Life cycle planning based on real-time condition analysis, fault prediction and proactive reliability objectives Full Distribution Visibility - Real-time, holistic health of grid - Integrated, dynamic electrical model - Component/circuit/system view Key Benefits Achieve meaningful energy efficiency by optimizing assists, adding clean energy technologies and shedding peak load Change reliability paradigm from reactive to proactive for improved statistics Maximize asset utilization Optimize capital utilization Manage operating and maintenance costs to free funds for other uses Power is Information 4

5 Typical Smart Grid System Components Load Controllers Temperature Sensors Data Concentrators Line Sensors Bi-directional Communications Smart Grid Management Software Suite Power is Information 5

6 Unified IT, Metering & Smart Grid System Operations Center IT Map Server Asset Registry Customer Information System WMS/WMF Adapter Power SG Foundation Adapter Adapter Adapter Power SG Monitoring & Management XML Outage Mgmt/ Distribution Mgmt SCADA & Telemetry Fault Locator DER Mgmt/ Islanding EMI Monitoring Asset Protection Electrical Modeling Simulation Engine Business Analysis Demand Response Demand Dispatch Theft Detection Advanced Metering & Meter Data Mgmt Distribution Management Business Optimization Demand Management Installed Substation Communications Distribution Grid Communications (Fiber, Wireless, PLC, BPL, GPRS, Ethernet Radio, other) Intelligent Electrical Device Recloser Capacitor Banks Distributed Resources Fuses Grid Meters MV/LV Sensors Power SG TM Load Controller Single- or 3-phase AMR Meters Gas/Water Meters, Thermostat Substation Grid Distribution Network Customer Premises Power is Information 6

7 Software Application Suites Software suite of Distribution Intelligence Solutions Business Optimization Assets & Inventory Customer Info Adapter Adapter Business Optimization Demand Management Distribution Management Modular design enables utility to select and prioritize deployment of applications Holistic approach optimizes energy delivery Easy integration with existing utility systems Complete July 2007 Demand Management Distribution Management Electrical Modeling Simulation Engine Power SG Analysis Reporting Module Theft Detection Advanced Metering Spinning Reserve Demand Response Demand Dispatch Security Surveillance SCADA VAR Control EMI Monitoring Adapter Adapter Distributed Energy Islanding Mgmt Asset Protection AMI Gateway Power SG TM Network Monitoring & Management Power SG TM Foundation In development Rapid Fault Locator Power is Information 7

8 Bi-directional Communications Network Necessary for advanced Smart Grid applications Can consist of multiple backhaul technologies: Fiber Optics Wireless - GSM, CDMA, Microwave, ZigBee, WiMAX, 900 MHz Copper - wire pair Coaxial - or HFC BPL (higher bandwidth) or PLC (lower bandwidth) Can consist of multiple 3 rd party providers: Telco s - ILEC s (Verizon, Qwest, AT&T) and CLEC s too MSO s - Comcast, Time Warner, etc. Wireless Providers - Verizon Wireless, Sprint, AT&T, etc. Power is Information 8

9 Communications Network Considerations Bandwidth must be appropriately sized! Security What kind of applications do you want to deploy? - metering? How often will you query sensors and devices? - sampling rate? What application response time is necessary? - operations and control? Will you prioritize specific network traffic? - sectionalizers vs. street light Will you trust your utility s operations over a service provider s network? Can anyone have visibility into your communications network? What kind of encryption will you utilize? Redundancy Do you need batteries or back-up generation? Will you have diverse communications paths? Standards based Power is Information 9

10 Demand Management with Smart Meters Map Server Asset Registry Operations Center IT Customer Information System Billing System WMS/WMF Adapter Power SG Foundation Adapter Power SG Monitoring & Management XML/Adapt. Outage Mgmt/ Distribution Mgmt SCADA & Telemetry Demand Response Demand Dispatch Theft Detection AMR System DB Meter Data Mgmt Distribution Reliability Business Optimization Demand Management 2-Way Communications Network Meter OMU/CRU Distribution Network BPLG load controllers can share meter backhaul, or use own, low cost network HVAC Meter w/ transponder Waterheater Substation Grid Customer Premises Power is Information 10

11 Load Management Key Advantages Current sensor in each load controller Precisely measure each individual controlled load Directly confirm load has been shed during load curtailment event Real-time, efficient two-way communications Precisely know how much load is available for shedding at each point in time Immediately verify that load has been turned off Flexible HW design allows use of installed real-time, 2-way communication if available Sophisticated load management software Demand Response with customer access via web or voice portal Smart algorithms meet utility load shed goals while keeping customer impact minimal Protect individual assets with pinpoint load relief Granular Demand Dispatch keeps utility in control Eliminate blackouts, target emergency shut downs to non-critical loads Replace Spinning Reserve resources with Negawatts Enabled by real-time, accurate load measurement, shedding, and shed verification Reduce generation capex and CO2 emissions Power is Information 11

12 Power SG Demand Dispatch Power is Information 12

13 Theft Detection Application Grid Meter Communications Network Track both customer and grid power flow in real time Detect line taps and bridged meters per feeder or transformer Combine real-time commercial loss measurements with meter tamper alarms and account history for comprehensive theft management Target presently affected areas with line sweeps and meter inspection within hours of theft occurrence Power is Information 13

14 Theft Detection Analysis Acme XYZ-123 Power is Information 14

15 Distribution Management Applications Distribution Management & Monitoring Integrated network and application views Fault locator with Smart Meters and Line Sensors Distributed Energy Resource Management Power is Information 15

16 Distribution Management Outage Detection Reduce frequency & duration of outages Monitor current, voltage and phase to the premise, pinpointing locations of momentary and extended outages. With Demand & Load Management, shed load in real time to protect equipment and prevent or contain outages from overload conditions. Software Communications Surveillance Camera Substation Smart Devices Air Conditioner Control Center Sensor Aggregator Power Lines Fault Sensor Load Controller Water Heater Customer Premise Islanding Processor Breaker Panel Distributed Generation & Storage Advanced Meter Fault Sensor Power is Information 16

17 Integrated Platform and Network Views Power is Information 17

18 Fault Locator Key Advantages Real-time grid status monitoring with sensors along the grid Gain full visibility into grid issues in real time Pinpoint fault locations Resolve fault location down to the grid mile or even pole (depending on sensor density) Enhance sensing capabilities at known trouble spots and high value locations Measure load, phase angle and other key parameters along the MV grid Multi-dimensional view of each event Combine AMR, grid sensor and major device data for full outage analysis Analyze nature of outage faster and more precisely Dispatch the right crew to the right location Track outage and other grid event data for preventative maintenance Additional applications highlight grid locations and devices with possible future problems Designed to integrate with existing systems Enhance, don t replace, what s in place and proven Power is Information 18

19 DER Manager and Islanding GUI/HMI Islanding Server Power SG TM Client Apps & Database Adapter OMS/DMS Main control link for Islanding Power SG TM Foundation Power SG TM Monitoring & Mgmt Power SG TM Islanding Power SG TM Rapid Fault Locator Power SG TM Demand Dispatch Main control link for peak shaving & charging Recloser control PCS- MC Batt Mgmt DESS Electric Delivery n Substation Recloser NAS Sensor Recloser Switches Meters Customer premises Power is Information 19

20 Smart Grid Opportunity Summary Partner with a Smart Grid company that has established relationships with metering companies, equipment manufacturers and other software providers Assess your utility s present and future needs Develop a Smart Grid strategy, based on needs, goals, and financial implications Select type and size of communications pipes Transform your utility utilizing a Smart Grid system Power is Information 20

21 Smart Grid Technology and the importance of integrated communications Thank you for your attendance! For more information, please contact: Heidi Caroline, VP Strategic Initiatives Power is Information 21