To successfully operate and deliver its promise of a seamlessly integrated buildings-grid infrastructure, a transactive energy ecosystem requires new approaches to planning and operating the power grid. This report outlines the nature of the power grid, lists challenges and barriers to the implementation of a transactive energy ecosystem, and provides concept solutions to current technological impediments.

Technical Opportunities Papers

BTO developed four papers that identify key technical opportunities for realizing the buildings-to-grid vision.

Introduction and Vision
From the Buildings Perspective
From the Grid Perspective
From the Information and Communications Technology Perspective