Promoting Economic Efficiency in Interconnection–Part 2: Cost Allocation

Date Published
10/2025
Publication Type
Presentation
Authors
Brian Ritzinger
Kate Tohme
Arthur O'Donnell
Ron Nelson
Grace Relf
Kathryn Chelminski
Lisa C Schwartz
Abstract

This webinar will explore solutions such as group study processes, pro rata cost sharing, grid export tariffs, and proactively upgrading distribution circuits through grid modernization processes.

Panelists include:

  • Brian Ritzinger, Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities
  • Kate Tohme, New Leaf Energy
  • Arthur O'Donnell, New Mexico Public Regulation Commission
  • Ron Nelson, Current Energy
  • Grace Relf, Berkeley Lab

Moderators:

  • Lisa Schwartz and Kathryn Chelminski, Berkeley Lab

U.S. Department of Energy’s Interconnection Innovation Exchange (i2X) is sponsored by the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy.


 
Notes

This webinar was recorded on October 22, 2025, and can be viewed here. 
Year of Publication
2025
Organizations
Energy Markets and Planning Department
Research Areas
Energy Markets and Planning
Distributed Energy and Storage
Energy Planning and Procurement
Integrated Distribution System Planning 2
Interconnection Innovation e-Xchange - Project
Integrated Distribution System Planning - Project
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Welcome
Introduction: Berkeley Lab
Presentation 1: New Leaf Energy
Presentation 2: Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities
Presentation 3: New Mexico Public Regulation Commission
Presentation 4: Current Energy Group
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