Secure Grid Data Exchange Using Cryptography, Peer-to-Peer Networks, and Blockchain Ledgers

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Program:
OPEN 2018
Award:
$3,399,900
Location:
Alamo, California
Status:
ALUMNI
Project Term:
02/15/2019 - 02/14/2022

Technology Description:

GridBright will develop a simple and secure solution for sharing grid-related data to improve grid efficiency, reliability, and resiliency in a manner that preserves security and integrity. GridBright will use the Agile development model to construct several proof-of-concept software pipelines, performing penetration and compromise testing and a quantitative evaluation of each against existing requirements. The solution will create a simpler secure grid data exchange process for the electric grid and utility industries.

Potential Impact:

GridBright's project objective is to develop a cyber-secure, open-source, cloud-based solution for sharing sensitive grid-related data, directly addressing:

Security:

A protected grid would enhance grid resiliency and reduce cyber-security exposures.

Environment:

Increasing information sharing will improve grid operations through smarter solutions for managing resiliency, distributed resources, and renewables, ultimately decreasing carbon dioxide emissions in the U.S.

Economy:

The secure grid data exchange would eliminate the need for expensive private communications networks and improve grid operator productivity, which eventually benefits everyone through reduced electricity costs.

Contact

ARPA-E Program Director:
Dr. Richard O'Neill
Project Contact:
Dr. Alireza Vojdani
Press and General Inquiries Email:
ARPA-E-Comms@hq.doe.gov
Project Contact Email:
ali.vojdani@gridbright.com

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Release Date:
12/13/2017