Speakers

Mr. Smith is a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all aspects of solar plus energy storage, including lithium-ion battery technology, use-case development, siting requirements, codes and standards, system design, procurement strategies, performance engineering, product warranties, contracting, and industry trends. Mr. Smith hold 2 patents on energy storage design and provides complete asset management services for kW to GW scale facilities.

Mr. Smith has over 25 years of experience in the electric utility industry working with solar, wind, and energy storage power generation technologies. As such, he has supported development and asset management in markets nationwide serving use-cases such as energy production, frequency regulation, demand response, peaking capacity, renewables integration, demand side management. His extensive experience in managing renewable and battery energy storage projects enables Mr. Smith to lead solar and energy storage analytics programs, procurements, and lifecycle management strategies for clients across the US.. Key areas of specializations are:

·         Solar / Storage Asset Sizing and Use-Case Analytics

·         Early-Stage Feasibility and Land Usage Requirements

·         Project Capital and Operational Cost Estimations

·         Solar and Energy Storage Procurement Planning and Supply Chain Expertise

·         Variable O&M Studies and “cradle-to-grave” Techno-Economic Analyses

·         Technical Specification of Systems based on Use-Case Demands

·         Commercial Terms and Conditions Development

·         Request for Proposal Development and Procurement Negotiation

·         Commissioning and Operational Owners Representative

·         Existing System Performance Analysis

·         Operational and Warranty Support Services