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Explore the history and evolution of distributed generation from the 1980s to present. Learn how cooperatives like Old Dominion Electric Cooperative have adopted various technologies, from diesel generators to fuel cells, to ensure reliable power supply at affordable costs.
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Distributed GenerationA Cooperative View Greg White Old Dominion Electric Cooperative
Distributed GenerationCooperative History • 1980’s CD Manufacturer Diesel • 1980’s North Anna Hydro • 1990’s Freddie Fix Hydro • 2001 Fuel Cell • 2002 Old Dominion Diesels
Fuel Cells • $7,500 for a 2 KW unit • $4,000 water purification unit • Equals $5,750 / KW • 30 cents per kwh operating cost
Diesels • $700 K for a 1,850 KW unit • Equals $380 / KW • 7 cents per kwh operating cost
Old Dominion Diesels • Reliability • Transmission Congestion
Interconnection Fundamentals • Safety • Reliability
Interconnection Issues • The “Agreement” • Commission proposed regulations • Legislative policy