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Neil Chatterjee, former chairman of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and now Chief Government Affairs Officer at Palmetto, dives into the shifting landscape of energy policy. He discusses the surge in energy demand, emphasizing the need for engineers, rather than politicians, to drive grid decisions. Neil advocates for a mix of energy sources, including solar and storage, to meet affordability and reliability challenges. He highlights how Palmetto empowers homeowners with financeable rooftop solar options, helping them navigate rising utility costs.
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Depoliticize Grid Decisions
- Neil Chatterjee argues that politicizing grid decisions harmed long-term reliability and affordability.
- He says engineers and economists should guide plant retirements and resource adequacy instead of politicians.
Pragmatic Climate Realism
- Chatterjee acknowledges climate change is real and man-made while stressing pragmatic mitigation.
- He believes solving the climate problem requires using every available low-emission electron and grid innovations.
Combine Diverse Grid Tools
- Deploy diverse solutions like solar, storage, geothermal, demand response, and grid-enhancing tech together.
- Use negawatts and dynamic line ratings to squeeze more capacity from existing infrastructure.