SECC and PLMA partner up to put customers at the center of utility DER strategies

The strategic partnership between the Smart Electric Consumer Collaborative (SECC) and the Peak Load Management Alliance (PLMA) aims to place customers at the core of utility Distributed Energy Resource (DER) strategies. This collaboration focuses on integrating DERs like solar, storage, and EVs while prioritizing positive customer experience, engagement, and equitable access. By pooling expertise, SECC and PLMA plan to develop industry guidance and educational resources that promote best practices for successful and sustainable DER adoption. This move recognizes that successful grid modernization depends heavily on effective customer participation and trust.