The Center for Advancing Community Electrification Solutions:
Delivering energy independence through electrification for every community
ACES transforms how communities power their futures through affordable, reliable electrification. With an emphasis on energy independence, ACES convenes experts and stakeholders in industry and academia to develop practical, scalable solutions tailored to local community needs and national goals. ACES brings together Lehigh’s interdisciplinary expertise to develop the technology and policy solutions needed to address the unique energy challenges and goals in a range of communities. Whether integrating electric fleets, data centers, or manufacturing facilities, communities face challenges in ensuring affordable, reliable electricity delivery. What sets ACES apart is its focus on the real-world interdependencies in electrifying building, water, and transportation systems, systems which are common to all communities.