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Proud to announce that our entire Atmos Energy Mid-Tex Public Affairs team is officially BoardBuild Certified!
Although most of our team is experienced in serving on boards, it's important to refresh knowledge and stay up-to-date on the essentials related to board financials, governing documents and everything associated with being a great board member. Our team shines when serving and we're proud to Fuel Safe and Thriving Communities! 🌟
Next Monday Leilah and I will discuss some hot topics in the renewables/electricity world. We consider project assembly and its challenges, private easements of cable runs, and the case for reforming of some our dustier property law ...
There is still time to book your ticket for the first Blundell Lecture taking place on Monday, 3 June.
Securing Land for Renewables Projects: Legal and Practical Issues.
This Blundell Lecture will be delivered by Camilla Chorfi and Leilah Rawle, Partner at CMS and chaired by Wayne Clark.
🗓 On 3 June,
⏰ at 18:00, and
📌 in person at Inner Temple and on-line.
To book: https://lnkd.in/eb7CrAiJ
Many thanks to all who attended for making this a very lively debate. The conversation also got round to other topics including: attracting and retaining talent, ESG and net-zero strategies post COP26, offshore wind, and the investment conundrum.
#netzero#esgreporting#esginvesting#energytransition#people
Last night, we hosted an exclusive Energy Industry Leaders Dinner at our Aberdeen office. Our Energy, Infrastructure & Sustainability team gathered with leading industry experts to reflect on Offshore Europe 2023. Key themes being discussed included the pace of energy transition, and political uncertainty. It was an inspiring exchange of ideas and insights, paving the way for a brighter and more sustainable energy future. A huge thank you to all the attendees for making this event a huge success!
Mark StewartDavid WilsonGraham AlexanderRaemond JappyStefano Vincini
The Indigenous Advisory Committee (IAC) plays a key advisory role to the CER’s Board of Directors on how best to enhance the involvement of Indigenous peoples and organizations in respect of CER-regulated infrastructure and other matters.
Together, we’re creating a more inclusive and respectful energy landscape for all.
Read the second annual IAC Progress and Impact Report and be part of the journey: https://ow.ly/J5mI50PEzzM
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National Electricity Market (NEM) and Energy Transition Observer at Global Power Energy. Analysis, visuals & data feeds via GPE NEMLog and GPE NEMLog-Lite (message for access).
Initial Currents: AGI Setting Course for a Perfect Cyber Storm in DER
WattClarity's "SA Islanding: Managing solar on the island" by Blake Ashton [1] spotlights SA Power Networks Flexible Exports for DER, including rooftop PV, and the many benefits it provides to their customers and more importantly traditional SA network security. It also brings to the forefront our thinking on the securing of DER against Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) risks, both known and more importantly, unknown.
AGI's Role in DER Systems - AGI integration in DER presents both efficiency gains, and system security benefits and risks. It's crucial to balance AGI's optimisation capabilities with potential vulnerabilities.
Containment in AGI-Dominated DER - Containment strategies focus on limiting AGI-related cybersecurity threats in DER. This involves diverse measures to mitigate potential impacts while acknowledging challenges in completely preventing AGI risks.
Learning from History, Preparing for Future - Past infrastructure failures, like South Australia's 2016 blackout, show the severity of physical breakdowns. AGI introduces digital threats that could have broader consequences in DER systems.
Diverse Defence in DER - To combat AGI threats, DER systems need diverse defence mechanisms, including varied and diversified hardware, communication and control systems. This ensures resilience against sophisticated AGI threats.
Regulatory and Collaborative Measures - Addressing AGI in DER requires strict cybersecurity measures, supported by policies promoting technological diversity. Collaborative efforts across sectors are vital for developing effective containment strategies.
Proactive Measures and Continuous Innovation - Regular training and understanding AGI's potential risks are essential in DER management. Ongoing research and innovation are necessary to stay as close as possible to AGI advancements and "The Coming Wave" [2].
AGI in DER, highlighted by SA Power Networks initiative, presents challenges and opportunities which they and our industry are addressing. This first step should "wake" us all to educate ourselves on containment strategies encompassing cybersecurity, regulatory and infrastructure diversity. A collaborative effort is crucial for effectively managing these emerging threats. Collective foresight and adaptability are key in leveraging AGI's benefits while securing our energy infrastructure.
[1] SA Islanding: Managing solar on the island - Wattclarity (Fri 01 Dec 2023) .. https://lnkd.in/gk9ySJBg
[2] The Coming Wave: Technology, Power, and the Twenty-first Century's Greatest Dilemma by Mustafa Suleyman and Michael Bhaskar (Tue 05 Sep 2023) .. https://lnkd.in/gZV7qTmz#ArtificialGeneralIntelligence#EnergySecurity#DigitalTransformation#FutureOfEnergy#Cybersecurity#DER#SAPN#AEMO
3rd guest author on WattClarity this week is Blake Ashton from SA Power Networks, who provides some insights about the South Australian islanding event in November 2022 and what it meant in terms of curtailment of rooftop PV:
https://lnkd.in/gH-7ikxg
and the new 'Flexible Exports' option.
... following from an interesting discussion at #AllEnergyAU a little over a month ago.
National Electricity Market (NEM) and Energy Transition Observer at Global Power Energy. Analysis, visuals & data feeds via GPE NEMLog and GPE NEMLog-Lite (message for access).
[Note to Future Self: TL;DR] The Gorilla and Elephant in Our Energy Room: Navigating the Dual Benefits and Threats of Rooftop PV and Cybersecurity
In the evolving landscape of distributed energy resources (DER), two forces are making their presence felt, though one much more than the other. The first, a metaphorical noisey 'gorilla' [1], the rapid expansion and influence of rooftop photovoltaic (PV) systems, is reshaping our electricity markets. The second, a deftly quiet 'elephant' [2], represents the burgeoning cybersecurity threats, especially in the context of the diffusion of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) into society.
The Gorilla: Rooftop PV's Market Influence
Rooftop PV has grown into a formidable player in Australia's energy markets. By 2026, it's projected that Rooftop PV will generate as much power as coal generators during peak daytime hours. This shift is forcing a reevaluation of our reliance on traditional coal and gas power plants.
Our transition isn't without its challenges. As Tristan Edis points out in his article, "Beware crude controls on rooftop solar systems" [1], there's a delicate balance to be struck in integrating these systems with existing energy infrastructures. The concern is not just about grid stability, but also about ensuring that investments in solar, batteries, & electric vehicles are not undermined by overly restrictive controls.
The Elephant: Cybersecurity in the Age of AGI
The second challenge is cybersecurity, a concern highlighted in a recent post [2] about controlling Rooftop PV systems. The diffusion of AGI into society and DER systems presents both opportunities for efficiency gains and risks of system vulnerabilities. As we've seen with initiatives like SA Power Networks Flexible Exports for DER [3], these technologies bring benefits but also expose our energy systems to new kinds of digital threats known & unknown [2].
The key lies in developing containment strategies that mitigate AGI-related cybersecurity threats while acknowledging the challenges in completely preventing them. This calls for a diverse defence approach in DER systems, including varied hardware, communication, and control systems, to build resilience against sophisticated AGI threats.
Merging the Metaphors: A Call for Balanced Innovation
The "consumer energy resources road map" introduced in the recent communique by Australia's energy ministers is a crucial step towards addressing both the gorilla & the elephant. We all need to work beyond self-interests to harness the benefits of rooftop PV while safeguarding our systems against the emerging system risks and digital threats.
1. Beware crude controls on rooftop solar systems: https://lnkd.in/gtKmcT_Y
2. Initial Currents: AGI Setting Course for a Perfect Cyber Storm in DER: https://lnkd.in/gsNPmW6H
3. SA Islanding: Managing solar on the island: https://lnkd.in/gaYrMfWt#AGI#RooftopPV#EnergySecurity#FutureOfEnergy#Cybersecurity#DER#AEMO
3rd guest author on WattClarity this week is Blake Ashton from SA Power Networks, who provides some insights about the South Australian islanding event in November 2022 and what it meant in terms of curtailment of rooftop PV:
https://lnkd.in/gH-7ikxg
and the new 'Flexible Exports' option.
... following from an interesting discussion at #AllEnergyAU a little over a month ago.
Initiatives such as this exemplify the significant impact that Australia's oil and gas industry can have on communities throughout the country, especially in remote and regional areas like Karratha. By enhancing the well-being of Australians, these programs play a vital role in fostering positive change. #australia#change
Supporting real communities with clean energy planning and decisions! In a new annual report, learn how NREL’s State, Local, and Tribal Program supports the development of efficient, affordable, equitable, and resilient energy systems that address the infrastructure challenges, goals, and priorities of jurisdictions at every level. Through training, adaptive tools, data, analysis, and direct technical assistance, NREL enables communities to make informed and equitable clean energy decisions and plans. https://bit.ly/47j6wYB
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✳️ ✳️ CETPartnership Joint Call 2024 Pre-Announcement: June 4, 2024 ✳️ ✳️
✳️ Who is this for?
If you are a technology provider, research institution, infrastructure provider, industrial or energy company (experienced or new) interested in receiving funding for your ideas or in need of innovative clean energy solutions, then this is the event for you. ➡️ https://bit.ly/3K22Kt8
✳️ What can you expect from the event?
✅ Get to know CETPartnership and what we can offer you!
✅ Learn how it works to make a project in a transnational collaboration like CETPartnership
✅ Get to know the key topics of the Joint Call 2024
✅ Get ideas for finding consortium partners and find out about collaboration opportunities
✅ Clarify all your open questions
➡️ https://bit.ly/3K22Kt8