Name
Roundtable Discussions
Date & Time
Wednesday, June 4, 2025, 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Speakers
Michael Blonsky, National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Shannon Anderson, Solar United Neighbors
Dr. Sarah Russell-Smith, Octopus Energy
Ted Ko, Energy Policy Design Institute
Shannon Anderson, Solar United Neighbors
Dr. Sarah Russell-Smith, Octopus Energy
Ted Ko, Energy Policy Design Institute




Description
Each round table covers a different topic, allowing attendees to select which one to join. Round table leaders will begin with a 5-minute introduction of themselves and a brief overview of the topic, which can include a case study, lessons learned log, or industry update. They will then facilitate a 40-minute discussion with the group, encouraging feedback and questions. The last 10 minutes will focus on agreeing on five industry recommendations. These recommendations will be shared with the entire audience and summarized in the post-event report.
- Innovations in DER Technologies & Value-Stacking: The Next Wave of VPP Enhancements
Michael Blonsky, National Renewable Energy Laboratory
- Scaling Across Regions: Integrating VPPs in Diverse Markets
Shannon Anderson, Solar United Neighbors
- Deep Dive into Technology Interoperability and Standards
Dr. Sarah Russell-Smith, Octopus Energy
- Clarity for Policymakers: Aligning on common terminology, models and best practices to present clear, unified VPP policies
Ted Ko, Energy Policy Design Institute