DER refers to any small-scale unit of power generation or energy storage technologies, operating either as part of a local distribution network or off-grid. These can range from individual solar panel installations on home rooftops to electric vehicles and battery storage units that feed power back into the grid. DER systems allow for the management of energy at or near the point of use, which energy analysts say increases flexibility and efficiency.
Kuiper said that DER systems could help Southeast Asia unlock billions of dollars worth of…