Introduction to flexibility services and Piclo: New York State

Overview
Piclo, the leading global marketplace provider for flexibility services, is working with National Grid in New York state on a project to deliver an independent marketplace that widens and streamlines participation for all types of distributed energy resources (DERs) capable of providing flexibility services, otherwise known as non-wires alternatives (NWAs)*.

This introductory webinar offers companies interested in participating in the newly launched local flexibility market project by National Grid and Piclo, a step-by-step guide to learn more about flexibility services and how to use the Piclo Flex marketplace platform.

What are flexibility services or Non-wires alternatives?
In this webinar flexibility services refers to the US-preferred term of Non-Wires Alternatives (NWAs) initiatives. As defined by National Grid USA, “Non-wires alternatives” is the inclusive term for any electrical grid investment that is intended to defer or remove the need to construct or upgrade components of a distribution and/or transmission system, or “wires investment”. It can include demand response, solar, energy storage, combined heat and power (CHP), microgrid, conservation or energy efficiency measures, and other distributed energy resources (DERs) or other non-traditional resources.

Programme:
This introductory webinar will cover the following key areas:
Overview of the project
Definition of flexibility services
Introduction to Piclo and the Piclo Flex marketplace
How to register on Piclo Flex
How to use Piclo Flex
Key dates for participation
Who should attend?

Flexibility Service Providers (FSPs) or Non-Wires Alternatives with existing or planned assets such as battery storage, electric vehicles or demand side response would find this webinar invaluable.

More information:

To register on Piclo Flex visit https://usa.picloflex.com/

To book a live demo of our platform or for more information email flex-usa@piclo.energy

Transcript

1. © Open Utility Ltd December 2022 Introduction to flexibility services and Piclo National Grid in New York State
2. 2 © Open Utility Ltd Housekeeping • Please mute yourself and turn off your webcam • Webinar will be recorded, and you will receive the link to the recording and presentation in the coming weeks • Submit questions throughout webinar in the chat - we welcome any questions you have!
3. 3 © Open Utility Ltd Agenda • Next generation electrical grid • Piclo overview • National Grid pilot • Value and support for Flex Service Providers (FSPs) • Platform demo • Open Q&A
4. 4 © Open Utility Ltd ✓ Energy transition is putting grids under increasing stress: ◦ Terawatts of low carbon assets will need to connect to the grid to reach net zero ◦ Peak electrical demand to grow significantly ✓ Smart and flexible grids are essential to ensure an affordable energy transition: ◦ Avoids prohibitively expensive grid reinforcement ◦ Maximizes use of available renewable generation $270 bn/yr Savings from deferring or avoiding capital investment into wires and poles at net zero Smart and flexible power grids are at the heart of the energy transition $110 bn/yr Increased income for renewable energy producers through less curtailment at net zero
5. 5 © Open Utility Ltd Centralized and analogue Decentralized and digital National balancing and system security only National balancing, transmission congestion management and system security Distribution congestion Local balancing Self consumption Energy efficiency Electricity system operation is becoming more complex and decentralized
6. 6 © Open Utility Ltd Policy • National: Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), FERC 2222 • New York: Reforming the Energy Vision (REV) and Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) Economy • Adapting to consumer demand for more, cheaper, and cleaner energy • Avoid costlier transmission and distribution investments Society • National, regional, and state climate goals • Retooling electricity grid to be more decentralized, resilient, and local Background on what is driving these fundamental grid changes
7. 7 © Open Utility Ltd • Local flexibility markets are growing rapidly to balance grid demand and supply • Flex Service Providers (FSPs) provide flexibility services • Piclo provides opportunities to FSPs through: ✓ End-to-end platform to connect utilities and flex service providers ✓ Streamlined processes for qualification, auctions, and results ✓ Competition-based approach to maximize FSPs’ revenue potentials ✓ Proven method to promote market awareness What are flexibility services, and what does Piclo provide?
8. 8 © Open Utility Ltd Registration & qualification of FSPs Bid analysis & results Network constraint analysis Publish flexibility needs Company qualification Technical asset qualification Competitive auctions How it works
9. 9 © Open Utility Ltd • One year proof-of-concept pilot to test how flexibility services (Non-Wires Alternatives, or NWAs) can work in the US • We streamlined processes and submission requirements to improve user experience and FSPs’ ability to participate • Any and all feedback from FSPs is welcome • Goal to expand beyond pilot and other utilities / geographies to provide more flexibility services revenue opportunities to FSPs National Grid pilot in New York State
10. © Open Utility Ltd Value for Flex Service Providers
11. 11 © Open Utility Ltd Engaged Flex Providers on the platform
12. 12 © Open Utility Ltd Potential new assets Why should you register, qualify your company and upload your assets? Additionality Low market and financial risk Multiply your footprint Free to use $
13. 13 © Open Utility Ltd Piclo has an extensive set of help articles. All articles can be found at: support.picloflex.com Categories cover all topics including: • Overview of processes • Company Qualification • Asset management • Competitions & bidding Help articles for Flex Providers
14. 14 © Open Utility Ltd Utility profile pages • Centralized hub for all activities of utilities • More in-depth info on the flexibility needs and additional documentation • Link to utility websites • Available at piclo.energy/profiles
15. 15 © Open Utility Ltd 1. Continue watching demo, and rewatch recording (to be shared after this) 2. Review Help articles on our support page - https://support.picloflex.com/ 3. Reach out to one of the following email addresses: a. flex-usa@piclo.energy for general questions before registering on the platform b. support@picloflex.com for direct support on company and asset qualifications, and platform troubleshooting help For additional support
16. © Open Utility Ltd Demo
17. 17 © Open Utility Ltd 1. Never hesitate to reach out to us and ask for help 2. The more information you can provide, the better! 3. Don’t leave things until the last minute 4. Give us feedback - we want the platform to make things easier for you Top tips to remember
18. © Open Utility Ltd Thank you