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DSM University Webinar: Thursday 24 October 2019 @ 15.00 – 16.00 CET
Title: Electric vehicle grid integration policies to benefit consumers
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Electric vehicles can unlock extensive value for consumers, the grid and the environment – if we integrate them strategically into the power system. This webinar explores three key strategies for EV grid integration: smart pricing, smart technology and smart planning.
Dr. Julia Hildermeier and Christos Kolokathis, Regulatory Assistance Project
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Friday morning (10:00-12:00):
Social License and Automation Workshop
Audience: ExCo and Selected experts
Expert speakers discuss challenges concerning social license and automation in Australia and other jurisdictions. Topics covered will include a review of key trials, lessons from other sectors, and lessons for international and Australian stakeholders.
Friday afternoon: (14:00-17:00)
User-Centred Energy Systems: Promises and Possibilities
Audience: ExCo, key Australian stakeholders, selected experts and policymakers
What does a shift to ‘user-centred’ energy systems mean for users? What about energy suppliers, policymakers, networks, and retailers? This event will bring together key Australian and international stakeholders to discuss how a greater focus on end-users provides new opportunities and challenges. The interactive event will involve a mix of expert panels featuring local and international experts, and close with a public lecture by David Shipworth.
Friday evening: sunset social drinks overlooking Bondi Beach
Suggested hotels:
UNSW is well connected to the city and close to Cogee beach.
On the beach at Coogee:
Crowne Plaza Coogee (undergoing renovation during meeting), Dive Hotel (a small casual hotel) or Coogee Sands Hotel and Apartments (use the 370 bus to get from Coogee to UNSW High St Gate 3).
Small, affordable hotels in Randwick near UNSW:
One of https://www.sydneylodges.com/accommodation/randwick.html (Perouse, Alison, Randwick and Avoca lodges).
Bondi Junction is well connected to UNSW via the 400 bus:
Quest and Meriton apartments.