Taylor Hollis of Biren Patel Engineering

Abstract:

As the quantity and size of solar and battery storage plants connected to the electric power system grows the need for clear and efficient procedures for interconnection testing of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) will increase. Conflict and challenges may arise due to a lack of alignment between stakeholders (IPP and Utility) and a failure to appreciate the counterparties’ obligations and priorities. This presentation reviews some of the common testing criteria through the lens of each perspective and provides insight into how to ensure mutually beneficial outcomes.

Biography:

Taylor has 15 years+ of experience designing, installing, and operating solar plants. He has worked as Product Manager and Solutions Architect for PV inverter manufacturers where he participated in grid codes such as IEEE 157 and CA Rule 21. He was Principal Engineer for an IPP and oversaw their grid integration activities. Today, he advises developers and operators in the areas of technology risk, grid interconnection, and data analytics. He is the author of several patents for devices and algorithms for energy systems optimization. He holds degrees in physics and electrical engineering and is a Professional Engineer. When he is not working, he is a fundraiser for Wikipedia.