The Story of Software
Software is changing the world in many powerful ways. This podcast aims to understand the impact of software from an evolutionary perspective - what came before, what is now and what will be in the future. The Story of Software is a bi-weekly podcast looking at the people and technology that have transformed our world. It is hosted by Ricky Hill, Commercial Director at Zartis.
The Story of Software
S04E15 Cleantech Creators: Kenneth Munson
Kenneth Munson, CEO and Founder of Rhythmos, talks about the critical role of grid edge technology in the rise of e-mobility, and the innovative solutions Rhythmos is developing.
The Guest:
Kenneth Munson, is the CEO and Founder of Rhythmos, a company at the forefront of optimising EV charging costs on the grid. Today, we'll delve into his journey, the critical role of grid edge technology in the rise of e-mobility, and the innovative solutions Rhythmos is developing to harmonise the growing demand for electricity with our existing infrastructure.
Modernising the Grid for the EV Era:
In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of clean energy and the technologies driving smarter, more sustainable power systems. From the rise of grid edge technology and virtual power plants (VPPs) to the growing importance of dynamic grid optimisation, we discuss how the energy sector is adapting to meet the demands of a decarbonised future.
We also discuss the growth of EVs, the increasing adoption, and the impact on energy flexibility, and the ongoing challenges like price sensitivity, system-wide adoption lag, and infrastructure readiness.
Some highlights of this episode include:
- Grid optimisation & grid visibility problems
- Virtual power plants (VPPs) and derms evolution
- Time-of-use pricing vs. dynamic grid optimisation
- Use of AMI (advanced metering infrastructure) data for aggregated load forecasting
- Challenges and misconceptions in early cleantech adoption
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