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Recovery Act Smart Grid Programs

Eastern Nebraska Public Power District Consortium

Smart Grid Initiative

Abstract

The Eastern Nebraska Public Power District Consortium’s (Consortium) Smart Grid Initiative includes wireless communications, supervisory control and data acquisition software (SCADA), distribution automation software , intelligent reclosers and controls, automated regulator controls, and irrigation load control devices. The project implements two-way communications, SCADA, and distribution automation applications to allow the Consortium to (1) automate substations, (2) integrate new distribution automation equipment, (3) provide increased system visibility for customer outages, and (4) reduce operations and maintenance costs. Existing irrigation load control devices for the Cuming County Public Power District (CCPPD) are being upgraded, enhancing demand response and peak load reduction capabilities.

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Contact Information:

Tisha S. Alfson
Technology Services Supervisor/SGIG Project Manager
Cuming County Public Power District
talfson@ccppd.com

Recipient Team Websites: www.ccppd.com
www.scppd.net

At-A-Glance
Recipient: Eastern Nebraska Public Power District Consortium (Smart Grid Initiative)
HQ State: Nebraska
States Benefitted:
NERC Region: Midwest Reliability Organization
Total Budget: $3,749,988
Federal Share: $1,874,994
 
Funding Program:
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Equipment:
Targeted Benefits:
  • Improved Electric Service Reliability and Power Quality
  • Reduced Costs from Equipment Failures, and Distribution Line Losses
  • Reduced Service Costs for Customers
  • Reduced Operating and Maintenance Costs