Small changes make a big difference
Welcome to the Smart Grid Test Bed
By participating in the Smart Grid Test Bed, you can earn rewards for helping create a stronger, more resilient grid. Together, we'll discover ways to rethink energy and shape Oregon’s clean energy future.
Smart grid technology and programs help create a flexible, resilient energy grid.
They give us the power to work as a community to help use more sustainable resources, keep energy prices lower, and invest in future projects that create Oregon jobs and a healthier environment. Each program will be offered to small groups to take advantage of the technologies and locations available.
Our Test Bed is gaining momentum, and it’s all thanks to you. Recently, PGE was selected to receive a U.S. Department of Energy grant 
of more than $6 million to expand our projects.
Have questions? Check out our fact sheet.
Smart grid pilot programs
From smart grid-connected appliances, solar energy and battery storage to home EV charging, you may be invited to participate in one or more of these new, innovative Studies and pilot programs. You’ll have access to offerings designed to help you reduce energy and save money while helping create the flexible, more resilient energy grid of the future.
Be sure to check back here regularly for new opportunities within the Smart Grid Test Bed.
Smart Charging Study (closed)
If you live within our Smart Charging Study boundary and drive a Tesla manufactured in 2012 or later, you were eligible to take part in our Smart Charging Study. This study concluded December 31, 2024.
Smart Solar Study (closed)
If you have a qualifying solar inverter* and live within our Test Bed Solar Study boundary, you were eligible to be part of taking solar energy to the next level.
*Enphase IQ7 and IQ 8 Microinverters (specifically the Enphase devices listed by HECO).
This study concluded December 31, 2024.
Our role
The smart grid is a necessary upgrade to meet our shared reliability and affordability goals, allowing us to manage the two-way flow of energy production and energy use. The Test Bed is where we test technological and energy advancements that enhances the smart grid’s capabilities.
We’re here to help
Do you have more questions about the Test Bed or smart grids? We’d be glad to answer them. Contact us at smartgridtestbed@pgn.com, and we’ll walk you through everything you need to know.
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