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Challenges & Strategies for Reducing Operational Energy Demands

Challenges & Strategies for Reducing Operational Energy Demands

Captain Mark R. Vandroff, USN Commanding Officer Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division, U.S. Navy, presents on increasing fuel efficiency requirements for future planned aircraft acquisitions, upgrading current weapons systems to improve fuel efficiency, and promoting an energy conservation friendly environment in the force.

ABB Microgrid and Battery Energy Storage Systems

ABB Microgrid and Battery Energy Storage Systems

US utilities are meeting unique electricity demands with standardized battery energy storage systems that are quick to deploy. This whitepaper discusses ABB's state-of-the-art microgrids and battery energy storage systems (BESS) are providing utilities and industries with innovative alternatives.  


Whitepaper courtesy of ABB.

Operational Energy 2023- Early Concept Agenda

Operational Energy 2023- Early Concept Agenda

The Operational Energy Summit returns for its 15th iteration to the Hyatt Regency Reston, VA, March 14-15 2023, with a renewed focus on the current OE goals of the United States.

  • Increase future warfighting capability by including energy throughout future force development
  • Identify and reduce logistics and operational risks from operational energy vulnerabilities

The 2023 conference will include key discussions on powering the force, electrifying the battlespace, commanding energy and climate resilience.

>>Download the concept agenda to find out more

Operational Enery 2023 Attendee List

Operational Enery 2023 Attendee List

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Breakthroughs in Energy-Storage Technology

Breakthroughs in Energy-Storage Technology

At ARPA-E there have been several breakthroughs in energy-storage technology that could transform the electrical grid. We spoke with the Senior Commercialization Advisor, Ryan Umstattd, PhD, about this, and the future of energy-storage as well as how current projects and new technologies could be implemented into the military.

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Past Presentation Packet

Past Presentation Packet

In preparation for Operational Energy 2019, we wanted to exclusively share these past presentations with you. Below you will find expert content on:

  1. Power and Energy Enabling Multi-Domain Battle
  2. Enabling Tactical Energy Independence
  3. The Intersection of DoD Operational Energy Strategy and Industry Trends
  4. Multi-domain Battle Concept: Challenges for Army Energy
  5. Materiel and Non-materiel Solutions for Reducing Fuel, Water, and Waste on Expeditionary Base Camps
  6. Identifying and Reducing Energy Risks in US Marine Expeditionary Missions
  7. Reducing Energy Demands of Tactical Radios to Increase Warfighter Mobility
  8. Multi-domain Battle Concept: Future Battlefield Power
  9. Operational Energy Impact Analysis on Mission and Sustainment Effectiveness
  10. Navy’s Challenges and Strategies for Reducing Operational Energy Demands in Current and Future Warfighting Force


Future Energy Concerns and Solutions - Interview with Don Juhasz

Future Energy Concerns and Solutions - Interview with Don Juhasz

This exclusive interview with Don Juhasz, Director, Director Energy Resource Management, Defense Logistics Agency, previews his speaking session at the upcoming Tactical Power Summit and will uncover; Some of the energy solution challenges facing the DoD and other government agencies, programs that will help reduce the energy intensity for the DLA, tactical power technology. If you would like this sent right to you inbox, email us today and we will send it right over.

Operational Energy Post Show Report

Operational Energy Post Show Report

Operational Energy Summit 2018 was our best Homeland event yet! Check out the most unforgettable moments from the summit in the Post Show Report. Included in the report is a list of our top speakers, attending companies, top benefits of attending, and what our attendees had to say!

Check out the Operational Energy Post Show Report, then join us again in 2019! If you would like to get a copy of this report sent to you, e-mail us at idga@idga.org with the subject line OE18_PSR Request

OES - 2024 Attendee List

OES - 2024 Attendee List

Ahead of the Operational Energy Summit, the 2024 Attendee List highlights the leading organizations within the industry and an extensive list of high-level attendees who have confirmed their attendance for this year. This year's summit will delve into various aspects of operational energy, encompassing solutions for energy storage and discussions on enhancing energy resilience for military operations and installations. Speakers will explore strategies to improve operational energy efficiency, mitigate risks, and underscore the pivotal role of energy in overall defense strategies.

Saving Lives through the Logistics of Energy Supply

Saving Lives through the Logistics of Energy Supply

DLA's mission is to support the services with the energy products necessary to conduct their missions whether training or combat. Many renewable and fuel alternatives are being implemented where possible to reduce the energy intensity baseline, but there are instances where a higher cost is paid to ensure the safety of our soldiers. Don Juhasz of the Defense Logistics Agency explains…  If you would like to have this sent right to your inbox, email us today.

CERDEC On Energy Storage Solutions

CERDEC On Energy Storage Solutions

Mr. Jose Collazo is a Chemical Engineer at the Communications-Electronics Research, Development and Engineering Center (CERDEC). He discusses with us some of the solutions that CERDEC is pioneering under the Advanced Integrated Soldier Power (AISP) and Energy Informed Operations Science Technology Objective. Mr. Collazo also explains what he believe is the best option in reducing energy demand and logistics operations.If you would like to receive this content piece via email, just email us at idga@idga.org, and we will send it right over to you!

Volume 1: Operational Energy in Action

Volume 1: Operational Energy in Action

Energy is a fundamental enabler of military capability. The ability of the United States to project and sustain the power necessary for defense depends on the assured delivery of this energy. It must be available at home and abroad, across air, land and sea, often through adverse weather and against determined adversaries. The Operational Energy Team has put together a two volume report on the Operational Energy Budget, as well as updated strategies, changes and challenges, a summary of the military's objectives and goals. Take a look at volume one here.

Volume Two: Implementing the Operational Energy Budget

Volume Two: Implementing the Operational Energy Budget

The Operational Energy Team has put together a two volume report on the Operational Energy Budget, as well as updated strategies, changes and challenges, a summary of the military's objectives and goals. Take a look at volume two here.
2023 Attendee List

2023 Attendee List

Ahead of the Operational Energy Summit, the 2023 Attendee Report highlights the leading organizations within the industry and an extensive list of high-level attendees who have previously attended. Join us this year as we intricately examine the intricacies of the United States and allied nations in establishing sustainable, efficient energy sources, resulting in heightened military capabilities and reduced risks associated with refueling missions.

A Look At the Industry Insiders - 2016

A Look At the Industry Insiders - 2016

This content get an exclusive look at, our past attendees, what was included in the 2016 summit , testimonials from industry leaders, statistics from previous summits and more!  If you would like to receive this content piece via email, just email us at idga@idga.org, and we will send it right over to you!

Case Study: Autonomous Sea Power

Case Study: Autonomous Sea Power

This case study investigates how the Fred Olsen wave energy conversion technology can be applied as a power source and communication platform for an autonomous underwater vehicle AUVs charging station at 1,500 feet.