Accelerating Grid-Interactive, Flexible Data Centers in California

The project titled Accelerating Grid-Interactive, Flexible Data Centers in California is a forecast initiative managed by the California Energy Commission. Located at the University of California San Diego campus in La Jolla, the project focuses on electrical system upgrades and the installation of two new 1.2MW solid-state transformers. These transformers will be interconnected directly to existing 12kV switches and require the construction of a new 16 by 16 foot concrete pad, minor trenching for underground electrical conduits, and associated grading and concrete work. Beyond the physical infrastructure installations, the scope includes power distribution upgrades at the site and specialized laboratory work at the DERConnect and Center for Energy Research facilities using existing research space and hardware test equipment. The project is classified under NAICS code 237130 and has been granted a Notice of Exemption from CEQA under categorical exemptions 15301 and 15303, as the work involves minor alterations and equipment installation without significant environmental impact. Primary administrative oversight is provided by Utilities Engineer Zoe Marshall and Project Manager Sasha Doppelt.