Maximizing the performance, design, and business model for hybrid renewable energy systems

Total identified microgrid capacity has grown from 4,393 megawatts (MW) in the second quarter of 2014 to more than 12,000 MW today, according to Navigant Research .* The drivers behind this growth range from the need for greater grid reliability and resiliency, to the need for integrating more renewable energy into the grid -- including distributed solar, wind, biogas, etc. These trends, as well as the need to reduce reliance on fossil fuels and improve the economics of off-grid energy systems, are are compelling utilities, municipal governments, rural and island communities, and other stakeholders to look at microgrids and virtual power plants (VPPs) as key strategies for meeting the world's future energy needs.

The Microgrid Global Innovation Forum 2015 brings together thought leaders, energy executives, and project manag-ers from around the world for focused networking and information sharing concerning the design, implementation and operation of hybrid energy, renewables-centric microgrid systems. The emphasis is on maximizing the effective use of sustainable and distributed energy resources, refining the positive business model for a range of microgrid deployments, and sharing real-world system case studies in both grid-tied and off-grid/remote/island environments.

The event will focus on: Microgrid feasibility, design, and implementation Refining the business case for off-grid, remote, and island microgrids Solar + storage advances Utilization of energy storage for microgrid scenarios Advanced battery, fuel cell, and flow battery technologies Microgrid power control, management, and integration Integrating distributed renewable energy resources into the grid Effective project evaluation, implementation, and management Regulatory and public policy advances Standards and interoperability issues Market drivers and opportunities world wide and more!

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* Microgrid Deployment Tracker 2Q2015, Navigant Research

A High-Value, Unique International Gathering

Real-World Lessons: The emphasis of the event is on key take-aways from leading microgrid projects in a range of regions and deployment environments .

Bottom Line Focus: The Forum’s goal is to help project developers, end users and utilities maximize the business case for hybrid energy microgrids in various scenarios Executive Networking: Strategic partnerships and alliances will shape the future of this industry. The event will foster interaction among key decision makers and stakeholders across the microgrid spectrum.

Results Oriented: Ample time is reserved for discussion of technology advances and projects at the forefront of microgrid development. Network with project principals and get up to speed on best practices and success strategies. Financing sources: Summit attendees will learn about effectively planning and financing re-newable energy and microgrid projects, and network with key investment professionals who are

Open, Cross-Sector Networking

This independent, industry-open event brings together thought leaders, regulators, project developers and technology innovators from around the world and across market sectors for objective, focused networking and sharing of insights. Special attention will be given to case studies and business models for maximizing performance and value for key stakeholders across the energy ecosystem.

Who Should Attend?

Microgrid project developers, owners, and entrepreneurs

Utility and energy provider executives

Solar PV, wind power, biogas, CHP, and renewable energy companies

Power control system and software vendors

Battery suppliers and energy storage companies

Regulatory and policy development professionals

Researchers, educators, and professors focusing on sustainable energy

Financial and VC professionals

System integrators and project consultants

Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Program Schedule

08:30 - 17:30 On-Site Registration Open

08:30 - 09:30 Networking Breakfast

08:45 - 09:30 Opening Executive Panel Session

09:30 - 11:00 Session 1: Microgrid Markets, Business Issues, and Financing

A Green Growth Success? Opportunities and Challenges of Renewable Microgrids from an Investor Perspective Arnaud Henin, Founding Partner, Gommyr Power Networks Distributed Generation and Microgrid Performance Factors from an Insurer's Perspective Paul Cullum, Product Development Manager, HSB Engineering Insurance Richard B. Jones, Senior Vice President, Research & Engineering, The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company

11:30 - 13:00 Session 2: Energy Storage and Microgrids

Optimal Power Planning for Storage Systems in Microgrids David Rivas, Researcher, Renewable Energy Grid Integration Department, Spanish Center for Renewable Energies (CENER) Integration and Operation of Flow Batteries in Micro- and Macrogrids Dr. Matthew Clarke, Energy Storage Specialist, Gildemeister Energy Solutions Flywheel-Based Microgrids: Cleaner and Cheaper Power for Maritime Applications Dr. Josep M. Guerrero, Professor in Microgrid, Aalborg University

14:30 - 16:00 Session 3: Microgrid Management and Control

Stabilizing Small Isolated Grids: A Compelling Business Case Pablo Astorga, Global Sales Manager, Microgrids, ABB Advanced Microgid Energy Management Systems Including Electric Vehicles Miguel Cruz-Zambrano, Head of Smart Grid and Energy Economics Group, Catalonia Institute for Energy Research (IREC) Challenges and Solutions for Frequency and Voltage Control In Islanded Low-Voltage Microgrids with Distributed Energy Resources Dr. Jerónimo Quesada Castellano, Department of Electronic Technology, University of the Basque Country UPV/EHU

13:00 - 14:30 Networking Luncheon

16:00 - 16:30 Networking Luncheon

16:30 - 18:00 Session 4: Off-Grid, Remote, and Island Systems

Application of Energy Storage and Wind to Power Remote Mine Microgrids Dr. Mohammad Sedighy, Principal Consultant and Associate, Hatch Electro-Technologies PV Integration in Large Genset Grids: The Case Study of Cobija, Bolivia David Garcia, Applications Engineer, SMA Ibérica Tecnología Solar, S.L.U. Remote Microgrid-Based Refueling Systems for Aerospace & Low-Carbon Energy Applications Dr. Enrique Troncoso, Systems Engineering Consulting - Energy & Aerospace, Boeing Research & Technology Europe

18:00 - 19:30 Networking Reception

11:00 - 11:30 Networking Coffee Break

16:00 - 16:30 Networking Coffee Break

Thursday, September 17, 2015

Program Schedule

08:30 - 17:30 On-Site Registration Open

08:30 - 09:30 Networking Breakfast

09:30 - 11:00 Session 5: Microgrid System Design, Forecasting, and Implementation

Application of Methodology for Microgrids Deployment: Life Factory Microgrid Project Dr. Raquel Garde, Energy Storage Area Manager, Spanish Center for Renewable Energies (CENER) Load-Profile Assessment & Forecast for Microgrid Design and Optimization Patrick Leguillette, Consultant, QiDO Energy Development GmbH Load Management and Invoicing in Remote Microgrids Xavier Vallvé, Director, Trama TecnoAmbiental

11:30 - 13:00 Session 6: Microgrids in Grid-Connected Environments

Island Operation as a Network Reliability Enhancement Tool Zdeňka Pokorná, Strategy Specialist, ČEZ Distribuce, Corp. Islanding of a Commercial District with PV And Lithium Ion Batteries Thomas Drizard, Project Engineer, ERDF Testing of Automated Network Control for Resolving Network Constraints in Areas Exposed to DER in Europe Dr. Iñigo Cobelo, Project Manager, Energy & Environment, Tecnalia Research & Innovation

14:30 - 16:30 Session 7: Developing World Case Studies

Innovative Business Models for Cashflow-Positive Microgrids in Rural Development Setu Pelz, Project Development, RVE.SOL Lessons Learned Operating ERIL Microgrids in Senegal Tomás García, General Manager, Rural Electrification EMEA, SunEdison Hydrokinetic Turbines for Micro Grids In Remote Areas: Peruvian Amazon Village Case Study Dr. Karl Reinhard Kolmsee, Chief Executive Officer, Smart Hydro Power Microgrids in India: Potential and Challenges Souvnik Roy, Project Officer, Gujarat Energy Research and Management Institute

13:00 - 14:30 Networking Luncheon

16:00 - 16:30 Networking Luncheon

17:00 - 18:30 Session 8: Solar + Storage Microgrids

Long Duration Storage + Solar in Microgrids? An Assessment Using Real World Microgrid Deployments Matthias Hermes, Director, European Sales, Aquion Energy, Inc. Forecasting Aids Solar PV and Storage Integration Dinos Gonatas, Principal, CPG Advisors Current Solutions for PV Large Microgrids with Energy Storage Dr. Vicente Salas, Associate Professor, Universidad Carlos III de Madrid

11:00 - 11:30 Networking Coffee Break

16:30 - 17:00 Networking Coffee Break

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Attendees at the Previous 2013 Edition in Irvine, California Include:

ABB Alstom Grid Altairnano Ameren Anbaric Power LLC BC Institute of Technology Centre Black & Veatch Boeing Energy Boreal Renewable Energy Develop-ment Burns & McDonnell California ISO Canadian Solar Inc. CCL Components Ltd CERTS Microgrid Project Colorado State University ComRent International Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology Customized Energy Solutions Distributed Sun, LLC DNV KEMA Duke Energy Dynamic Energy Group Dynapower Company LLC East Bay Asian Local Development Company Edison International Electric Power Research Institute Emerson Network Power EnerNex Enphase Energy ETAP FuelCell Energy

Galvin Electricity Initiative GE General Microgrids HOMER Energy Honeywell Idaho Power Company Industry Canada | Industrie Canada Intelligent Power & Energy Re-search Corporation K2J Environmental Keystone Steel & Wire Korea Polytechnic University Landis+Gyr Lawrence Berkeley National Lab Leidos Lockheed Martin Lux Research Marsh Creek LLC Mitsui & Co., Ltd. MotuSolar Navigant Research NEDO NovaTech LLC NRG Energy OPAL-RT Technologies Pareto Energy Peerless Lighting Platts Power Analytics PowerStream Inc. Princeton Power Systems QinetiQ North America REpower Systems Inc. ResoTek, Inc

Rhombus Energy Solutions Rhombus Energy Solutions S&C Electric Sail Capital Partners Saint Joseph's University Sandia National Laboratories San Diego Gas & Electric Saudi Aramco Saviva Research LLC Schneider Electric sg++ Shimizu Corporation Siemens AG SMA America, LLC Smart Com d.o.o. Southern California Edison Spirae, Inc. The Boeing Company Trojan Battery Company UC San Diego UCLA UniEnergy Technologies University of Alberta University of California, Irvine University of Texas at El Paso Varentec Vestas Viridity Energy Wells Fargo Bank - RETECHS WindLogics / NextEra Energy Wuhan Huayuan Fukang Electric Power Co. Ltd

Attendee Feedback from Previous Edition:

"We were extremely impressed with the range of critical topics that were discussed at the event. A truly informative, engaging and memorable conference. We are looking forward to the next one!" -- Rick Sander, CEO, Rhombus Energy Solutions, Inc.

"I liked the quality of attendees who had a wealth of experience performing projects with real lessons learned from their experiences." -- Brian Warshay, Lux Research

"Excellent event. High quality speakers with huge experience in this space." -- Vice President of a major west coast financial institution

"The confeence was great -- good diversity of topics and presenters." -- Alex Lauderbaugh, Navigant Research

"The confeence was great and very informative for me. It was great to see speakers from government and military, as well as speakers working on the modeling software and real projects in rurual and remote areas. The technical information was great too." - Samina Ali, Solar Energy Consultant, Boreal Renewable Energy Development

"My overall conference assessment was excellent. I particularly liked the opporunity it provided to meet with an array of microgrid leaders and get the benefit of their knowledge, perspectives and objectives." -- Kurt Yeager, Vice Chairman, Galvin Electricity Initiative

2015 Microgrid Global Innovation Forum Venue:

IL3 Instituto de Formacion Continua

Universitat de Barcelona

Districte 22@, Ciutat de Granada, 131

08108 Barcelona

T. +34933093654

www.il3.ub.edu

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