EPB
Smart Grid Project
Abstract
EPB’s Smart Grid project involves the installation of advanced metering systems and communications infrastructure. The project installs automated distribution grid equipment expected to enhance the reliability and quality of electric service delivery. The project implements two-way communications and metering expected to: 1) enable customers to view their energy consumption at their convenience through systems such as Web portals, 2) provide time-based rate programs to customers, 3) provide information and tools to improve outage management, and 4) reduce operations and maintenance costs.
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Contact Information:
Rebecca Asher
Senior Internal Auditor
EPB
asherrd@epb.net
www.EPB.net
At-A-Glance
Recipient: EPB (Smart Grid Project)
HQ State: Tennessee
NERC Region: SERC Reliability Corporation
Total Budget: $226,707,000
Federal Share: $111,567,606
Funding Program:
Equipment:
- Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) / Smart Meters
- Automated Distribution Circuit Switches
- Backhaul Communications
- Customer Web Portal
- Direct Load Control Device
- Distribution Automation
- In-Home Display
- Meter Communications Network
- Programmable Communicating Thermostat
- Smart Meter - Industrial
- Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) Communications Network
Targeted Benefits:
- Reduced Electricity Costs for Customers
- Reduced Operating and Maintenance Costs
- Reduced Meter Reading Costs
- Increased Electric Service Reliability
- Reduced Costs from Distribution Line Losses, Equipment Failures, and Theft
- Reduced Truck Fleet Fuel Usage
- Reduced Greenhouse Gas and Criteria Pollutant Emissions
