Tarek

§  The rapid growth of Data Centers in the US is considered the single largest driver of the projected peak load demand growth on the Bulk Electric System (BES). 

§  The massive growth in the peak load demand required to support these new and often massive large load centers present unprecedented challenges to the Bulk Electric System (BES).

§  These unprecedented challenges have prompted discussions about the impact of these Data Centers on a wide range of issues; reliability and stability of the US energy grid, electric energy price hikes, impact on communities, environmental impact, …etc.

§  Recognizing the importance and the critical nature of some of these challenges, Electric System Grid Regulators, Regional Transmission Organizations, Electric Utilities, Local and State Governments are all trying to address some of those challenges.

§  In this presentation, we will highlight some of the technical design aspects, and load demand requirements for Data Center that pose some challenges to the existing electric grid infrastructure. Also, we will try to take a closer look at some of those challenges and how they are being addressed.

Biography:

Electric Utility Director Tarek Aly

The City’s Electric Utility Department ensures the availability of safe, adequate and reliable electric utilities at an affordable cost to the citizens of Manassas, while prioritizing safety and environmental concerns.

Tarek Aly re-joined the City as Electric Utility Director in February, 2024. Aly previously served as the Assistant Director of Electric Utilities for the City from 2020 – 2022 and from 2012 to 2014. Earlier in his career he also worked for the City as a Senior and Chief Electrical Engineer.

Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Power and Machines from AinShams University in Cairo, Egypt.
• Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional through the Society for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals
• Licensed Professional Engineer
• Fundamentals of Engineering Certificate.

Career Highlights

• Senior Electrical Engineer for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, where he analyzed protection of the U.S. national grid and consulted with regional power companies on electric reliability.
• co-author of an American Public Power Association (APPA) Reliable Public Power Provider Procedure Manual
• extensive experience in designing and troubleshooting power distribution and substation generation in his work for power companies in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the U.S.