Understanding the Challenges of Variable Energy with Dustin Highers

With rising pressures to diversify generation and deploy renewable energy sources, balancing the grid and integrating new technologies has proved challenging. Some resources are dispatchable, while others aren’t. The cost to consumers must also be taken into consideration. Dustin Highers, vice president of corporate programs at Chugach Electric Association, discusses the progress needed to integrate variable energy sources and achieve a clean energy future.

What is Alaska Powerline?

Alaska Powerline features conversations with utility leaders and others who are shaping the future of electric energy in Alaska. The podcast discusses electric power policy and educates listeners on the unique issues facing Alaska’s electric utilities.