Integrated T&D modeling and simulation – Challenges, solutions, and future research opportunities

This panel will explore innovative approaches for modeling and simulation of integrated transmission and distribution (T&D) systems, bridging both theoretical research and real-world applications. While traditionally T&D systems have been studied and modeled separately, the rising DER penetrations have failed some key assumptions like unidirectional power flow and balanced operation. Therefore, there is a need to develop integrated approaches for T&D systems. This panel will focus on integrated modeling and co-simulation, covering topics such as the applications of modern data analytics and cloud computing-based solutions to the T&D domain. Moreover, this panel will discuss challenges in DER control/integration and system-wise control in general and provide recommendations for future research and best practice in this area.