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Navigant has been selected by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) as a key partner to establish and operate REV Connect, an initiative to advance critical project development under Reforming the Energy Vision (REV), Governor Cuomo’s comprehensive strategy to build a clean, resilient and affordable energy system for all New Yorkers.

REV Connect will offer a central forum for third parties to submit REV project ideas and receive expert guidance, feedback and facilitation, and will match ideas with customers, communities, and utilities to advance high quality REV demonstrations and other innovative projects, while enhancing the culture of innovation in New York State.

“Innovation of energy technologies and business models, specifically for distributed energy resources, are transforming the way utilities do business as well as the way customers consume energy,” said Jan Vrins, leader of Navigant’s Global Energy segment. “We are thrilled to collaborate with NYSERDA to create a more dynamic, resilient, clean, valuable, and affordable energy system in New York.”

President and CEO of NYSERDA John B. Rhodes said, “Under Governor Cuomo’s leadership, New York State is at the forefront of energy innovation, and REV Connect will help enable energy market participants to develop and roll out cutting-edge solutions, find project partners and learn from each other’s experiences. We look forward to working with Navigant and its partners on this important work.”

Navigant, partnered with the New York Battery and Energy Storage Technology (NY-BEST) Consortium, Modern Grid Partners and Zpryme, will:

• Take stock of the current state of REV implementation including REV demonstration projects.
• Develop an inventory of areas of interest, identified and potential market needs, promising ideas, challenges, and means to engage with REV market participants.
• Develop a REV Connect online portal and other tools for market engagement to share knowledge and act as a point of intake for ideas, technologies and projects, while also providing multi-faceted engagement opportunities to market actors and utilities - from daily availability to structured events aimed at fostering alignment and idea creation.
• Create a plan for continued operation of REV Connect beyond the term of its contract.

About Navigant: Navigant Consulting, Inc. (NYSE: NCI) is a specialized, global professional services firm that helps clients take control of their future. Navigant’s professionals apply deep industry knowledge, substantive technical expertise, and an enterprising approach to help clients build, manage and/or protect their business interests. With a focus on markets and clients facing transformational change and significant regulatory or legal pressures, the Firm primarily serves clients in the healthcare, energy and financial services industries. Across a range of advisory, consulting, outsourcing, and technology/analytics services, Navigant’s practitioners bring sharp insight that pinpoints opportunities and delivers powerful results. More information about Navigant can be found at navigant.com.

About Modern Grid Partners: Modern Grid Partners is a utility consulting firm that provides business and technology expertise to our customer’s operations, projects, and future goals. Our team of professionals is comprised of engineers, business consultants and project managers, all with recognized smart grid expertise. We are focused on increased operational performance and enhanced reliability by embracing smart grid solutions, and have supported customers around the world in bringing their vision to reality. Founded in 2015, Modern Grid Partners is headquartered in Portland, ME.

About NY-BEST: The New York Battery and Energy Storage Technology (NY-BEST) Consortium was incorporated in January 2010 as a New York State not-for-profit corporation to position New York as a global leader in energy storage technology for transportation, electric grid, and other applications. Energy storage technologies for stationary (in buildings and on the electricity grid) and mobile (electric vehicles—cars, buses, trains, subway cars) and portable electronics (consumer and wearable devices) are addressing huge and rapidly growing global markets.

About Zpryme: Residing in Austin, Zpryme is a research, media, and events agency with a focus on energy. Based on the creative direction of our associates Zpryme, produces influential research, Energy Thought Summit (ETS), and premium branding experiences that challenge the status quo. Combined, ETS and Zpryme represent digital and physical solutions that share stories of real people and engage ideas and products influencing the grand energy transition. Learn more at www.zpryme.com.

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