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EnerNex

EnerNex

Utilities

Knoxville, TN 3,480 followers

Engineering | Consulting | Research

About us

EnerNex, a CESI company, is an international champion delivering leading-edge engineering and consulting services to shape a better energy future. Rapid changes in power generation, storage and distribution are creating complex challenges in the energy field that require timely, innovative energy solutions. We work with utilities, energy investors and regulatory bodies around the world to provide expert energy services.

Industry
Utilities
Company size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Knoxville, TN
Type
Privately Held
Founded
2003
Specialties
Extensive Capabilities in Owner's Engineering of Complex HVDC, System Studies, Technical Specifications and Testing for Smart Metering, Renewable Integration and Interconnection, Grid Modernization, Cybersecurity, Power Systems Consulting, AMI, Electric Power Engineering, and Power Systems Studies

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    View profile for Matthew Muthard

    Area Manager North America at KEMA Labs

    Join KEMA Labs, a division of CESI a global leader in technical consulting and engineering for the electrical power sector. We specialize in independent testing, inspection, and certification services for the electricity industry. With over 60 years of experience and operations in 70 countries, CESI supports client worldwide in addressing energy transition challenges. KEMA-Powertest, LLC, based in Chalfont, Pennsylvania, is the largest independent high power electrical testing laboratory in the Americas, serving the testing needs of the electric power industry. Are you ready to develop sales opportunities in a dynamic environment? Join our team under the guidance of the Sales Manager and play a pivotal role in ensuring the success of our customer test programs at KEMA Labs- Chalfont.

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    We’re excited to announce that we will be attending and exhibiting at DISTRIBUTECH this March, alongside our partners at KEMA Labs! This event brings together leaders from across the utility and energy sectors to explore the latest innovations shaping the future of power systems. Join us March 24 -27 in discovering solutions for a smarter, more resilient grid. Our team is looking forward to connecting with industry peers, sharing insights, and discussing how we can collectively advance the energy transition. Come see us at booth 6737! Click the link to find out more about the event: https://lnkd.in/gw57Y3x  CESI SpA #DTECH2025 #EnergyTransition #GridModernization #EnerNex #KEMALabs #Utilities

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    View profile for David Mueller

    Vice President of Energy Systems Studies

    Lately, we’ve been asked at EnerNex to conduct harmonic studies to assess power quality concerns arising from the power electronics used in data centers: 🔹Servers 🔹UPS 🔹VFD-driven mechanical loads 🔹CRAH fans   One key evaluation is determining whether #IEEE 519 (2022) harmonic current limits are met at the Point of Common Coupling (PCC) with the utility and neighboring customers. But data center owners also want to understand harmonic impacts within their facilities to ensure reliable operation. The challenge? There’s no dedicated industry standard for internal facility harmonics, so many default to IEEE 519. However, that standard was never intended for internal facility use, making it a misapplied reference. I've raised this issue with the IEEE 519 working group, highlighting the industry's reliance on the standard for facilities and the potential need for guidelines tailored to individual equipment or internal distribution systems. However, the group has been hesitant to take this on, citing lack of industry involvement and past resistance to setting harmonic limits for individual equipment. As a result, we continue to see specifications requiring facilities to "meet IEEE 519 limits" internally, even though this is a highly conservative approach. But is over-specifying better than ignoring harmonics altogether? I think so.   #PowerQuality #GridResilience #DataCenters

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  • We are excited to welcome new team members! Chang Chen and Luciano Masotti are joining our team as senior consultants.      Candice is a Ph.D. candidate and Electrical Engineer at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, joining us with a robust interdisciplinary background in electric power and data science. She has collaborated with industry leaders like Con Edison, Dominion Energy, and NERC to enhance grid resilience and renewable integration.     Luciano, who is joining us from our partners CESI SpA, brings extensive experience in renewable energy and energy markets. He has led projects across Europe, North Africa, and the Caribbean, focusing on market simulation, forecasting, and power system sizing.     Join us in welcoming Candice and Luciano to the EnerNex team! 👏     #EnerNex #RenewableEnergy #PowerSystems #GridResilience #EnergyMarkets #UTKnox  

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    The energy sector is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by geopolitical shifts and the urgency of climate change. In an interview with Nuova Energia, CESI's CEO Nicola Melchiotti shared his vision for addressing these challenges and embracing new opportunities. Since taking on the CEO role in June 2024, Nicola has been championing CESI’s legacy of expertise, innovation, and resilience. With the newly launched 2025-2027 strategic plan, CESI is focusing on expanding into key markets like the Middle East and the United States, enhancing its service portfolio with innovative solutions, and delivering faster, more flexible services to meet evolving demands. For over 60 years, CESI has been at the forefront of designing energy corridors and driving technological advancements. As a global leader in the energy sector, CESI continues to transform challenges into opportunities, shaping a sustainable and interconnected energy future. 🔗 Discover more in Nicola Melchiotti’s full interview with Nuova Energia: https://lnkd.in/dYjJEnFY #EnergyTransition #Innovation #Sustainability #CESI #GlobalLeadership

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  • Check out Dr. David A. Bishop's latest article, where he dives into:  🔹 How IEC CIM and MultiSpeak create the foundation for AI excellence.  🔹 Applications of AI in diagnosing, predicting, and improving operations.  🔹 The road ahead to achieve smarter, resilient, and sustainable systems. 

    View profile for Dr. David A. Bishop

    As a Leading Digital Transformation Expert, I help Companies achieve Greater Agility and Market Share

    10 years ago, I wrote about how standardization enhances the understanding of grid data. The evolution of A.I. tools has now taken this potential to new heights. For an updated version of my original article, check out the link below: https://lnkd.in/g6Uj7q8f

    Using IEC Standards for Big Data sense-making in Smart Grid and AMI

    Using IEC Standards for Big Data sense-making in Smart Grid and AMI

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    View profile for David Mueller

    Vice President of Energy Systems Studies

    Last month, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission released its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NOPR) under "Docket No. RM25-3-000: Reliability Standards for Frequency and Voltage Protection Settings and Ride-Through for Inverter-Based Resources." With responses due by mid-February, this is an exciting and pivotal moment for renewable energy and #GridReliability! Here are some key takeaways and questions from the proposed standards:   1️⃣ Initial Reliability Focus for #IBR Plants – PRC-024-4 and PRC-029-1 are central to this rulemaking. Could this be just the beginning of more comprehensive requirements for IBR plant reliability?   2️⃣ Performance vs. Guidelines for Assessment – While the standards emphasize actual plant performance, they provide limited guidance on how compliance will be assessed. Will modeling, design evaluations, and real-world performance validation all play a role?   3️⃣ Evidence for Compliance – PRC-029-1 outlines compliance through dynamic simulations, plant protection settings, and actual disturbance monitoring. Yet the challenge remains: 🔹 Can we avoid a future where “models perform” when “plants do not”? 🔹 How do we ensure that simulations and designs translate into real-world reliability?   The forthcoming #IEEE P2800.2 aims to provide test and verification procedures for IBRs, focusing on: ▪️ Design Evaluations ▪️ Modeling and Simulation ▪️ Field Testing As the industry pushes forward with fast-track IBR projects, the balance between simulation confidence and field validation is critical. Let’s prioritize field testing and post-commissioning monitoring to bridge the gap between theoretical and operational reliability.   What are your thoughts on these developments? Will compliance with these standards move the industry closer to resilient grid integration for IBRs?   #FERC #EnergyStandards #InverterBasedResources #PowerSystems #EnerNex

  • We’re happy to announce that Jens Schoene will be representing EnerNex at this year’s IEEE PES Grid Edge Technologies Conference & Expo! This premier event dives into the latest advancements in grid edge technologies, distributed energy resources, and grid modernization—topics at the heart of our mission at EnerNex. Jens is looking forward to connecting with industry leaders, sharing insights, and exploring innovative solutions shaping the future of energy systems. If you're attending, don't miss the chance to connect with him on the 22nd and discuss how EnerNex is advancing the energy transition! https://pes-gridedge.org/ #GridEdge #EnergyTransition #GridModernization #EnerNex #IEEEPES 

    IEEE PES Grid Edge Technologies Conference & Exposition

    IEEE PES Grid Edge Technologies Conference & Exposition

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