Unsticking the Grid: What’s Blocking Distributed Energy Resource Energization?

Distributed energy resources (DERs)—like rooftop solar, battery storage, electric vehicles (EVs), and heat pumps—are transforming the grid from the bottom up. But while adoption surges, too many projects are stuck in limbo, unable to get energized due to systemic delays, unpredictable costs, and fragmented interconnection processes. 

Join us for a deep dive into Breaking the Bottleneck, a new report based on interviews with 24 experts across the DER ecosystem—from utility leaders and regulators to developers and large energy users. We’ll explore barriers across the full DER landscape, with a special focus on transportation electrification and EV charging infrastructure.  

• The root causes of interconnection delays, rising grid upgrade costs, and planning uncertainty
• Real-world solutions already making a difference in states across the country
• Practical reforms to utility incentives, policy frameworks, data access, and operational practices