Page:United States Statutes at Large Volume 121.djvu/1710

 PUBLIC LAW 110–140—DEC. 19, 2007

121 STAT. 1689

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(6) MICROGRID.—The term ‘‘microgrid’’ means an integrated energy system consisting of interconnected loads and distributed energy resources (including generators and energy storage devices), which as an integrated system can operate in parallel with the utility grid or in an intentional islanding mode. (7) SELF-HEALING GRID.—The term ‘‘self-healing grid’’ means a grid that is capable of automatically anticipating and responding to power system disturbances (including the isolation of failed sections and components), while optimizing the performance and service of the grid to customers. (8) SPINNING RESERVE SERVICES.—The term ‘‘spinning reserve services’’ means a quantity of electric generating capacity in excess of the quantity needed to meet peak electric demand. (9) ULTRACAPACITOR.—The term ‘‘ultracapacitor’’ means an energy storage device that has a power density comparable to a conventional capacitor but is capable of exceeding the energy density of a conventional capacitor by several orders of magnitude. (c) PROGRAM.—The Secretary shall carry out a research, development, and demonstration program to support the ability of the United States to remain globally competitive in energy storage systems for electric drive vehicles, stationary applications, and electricity transmission and distribution. (d) COORDINATION.—In carrying out the activities of this section, the Secretary shall coordinate relevant efforts with appropriate Federal agencies, including the Department of Transportation. (e) ENERGY STORAGE ADVISORY COUNCIL.— (1) ESTABLISHMENT.—Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall establish an Energy Storage Advisory Council. (2) COMPOSITION.— (A) IN GENERAL.—Subject to subparagraph (B), the Council shall consist of not less than 15 individuals appointed by the Secretary, based on recommendations of the National Academy of Sciences. (B) ENERGY STORAGE INDUSTRY.—The Council shall consist primarily of representatives of the energy storage industry of the United States. (C) CHAIRPERSON.—The Secretary shall select a Chairperson for the Council from among the members appointed under subparagraph (A). (3) MEETINGS.— (A) IN GENERAL.—The Council shall meet not less than once a year. (B) FEDERAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE ACT.—The Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) shall apply to a meeting of the Council. (4) PLANS.—No later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act and every 5 years thereafter, the Council, in conjunction with the Secretary, shall develop a 5-year plan for integrating basic and applied research so that the United States retains a globally competitive domestic energy storage industry for electric drive vehicles, stationary applications, and electricity transmission and distribution. (5) REVIEW.—The Council shall—

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