White Papers

Does Anyone Know How Much Is Being Lost?
This ICF International white paper examines the methodology differentiate between various components of lost and unaccounted for (LAUF) gas and the ways it will prepare state and local distribution companies to better manage emissions and prepare for possible U.S. federal regulation requirements. ... Read More
Data analysis reveals three dynamics that are reshaping the energy industry
In ‘Beyond Integration: Three dynamics reshaping renewables and the grid,’ a recent global industry research initiative, DNV GL, the world’s largest resource of independent energy experts, gathered views from over 1,600 energy sector participants across more than 70 countries. The study addressed... Read More
U.S. Advanced Energy Market Is Bigger than the Airline Industry, Equal to Pharmaceuticals by Revenue 2011-2014 and Key Trends in Advanced Energy Growth
This is the third annual report of market size, by revenue, of the advanced energy industry, worldwide and in the United States. Prepared for AEE by Navigant Research, Advanced Energy Now 2015 Market Report is the most comprehensive assessment of advanced energy markets ever compiled.With nearly $... Read More
The utility industry is under pressure to improve substation automation cyber security. Manufacturers of substation products use proprietary or product-specific methodologies for managing device security.As a result, standardization and ease of management of these devices is lacking. Download this... Read More
There is a looming disconnect between the rapidly evolving new world of distributed energy technologies and the old world of electricity pricing, where relatively little has changed since the early 20th century. RMI's latest report discusses a pathway for deliberately and gradually increasing rate sophistication for residential and small commercial customers. The report can be viewed by clicking the link below.
Utilities have increased energy efficiency efforts due to many influencing factors. Discussion around smart meters and the energy efficiency benefits have changed focus from the basic role of the electricity meters, accuracy. Download this white paper to learn more about ANSI C12 standards and their need to keep pace with technology and remain relevant to the end user
 In DNV GL we unite the strengths of DNV, KEMA, Garrad Hassan, and GL Renewables Certification. DNV GL’s 2,500 energy experts support customers around the globe in delivering a safe, reliable, efficient, and sustainable energy supply. Due to population growth, finite resources and environmental... Read More
Business Outlook, Vision, Barriers, and Pathways
These are truly exciting times. The coming decades will present humanity with potentially graver and bigger challenges than anything previously encountered. We have a unique opportunity to shape a future where the planet thrives, where human creativity and collaboration can flourish and where... Read More