Empowering the Edge: Navigating DER Growth with Customer-Centric Flexibility and Grid Reliability

November 18, 2025
Grand Ballroom C&D
DER , Interconnection

This session will delve into the interconnection challenges facing DER Growth in both Avangrid and National Grid’s territories. The panel will discuss how they are managing interconnections, technologies needed to improve the process, and how they work with customers to achieve the best result.

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Moderator
Drew Smith
Drew Smith, Digital Solutions Sales and Marketing Manager - MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC POWER PRODUCTS
Speakers
Brittany Ferencik
Brittany Ferencik, Manager - Interconnection Services - New York State Electric and Gas
Zachary Caruso
Zachary Caruso, Lead Analyst Programs and Projects - Avangrid
Justin Woodard
Justin Woodard, PE Principal Engineer - National Grid