Effective Energy Management at the Local Level
Microgrids: Resilient Solutions for Reliable Energy
Microgrids: Resilient Solutions for Reliable Energy
Microgrids: Resilient Solutions for Reliable Energy
Flexible Energy Supply and Demand
A microgrid is a flexible energy solution that provides a range of power services.
A microgrid consists of loads, such as facilities, plants, and buildings, and distributed energy resources, for example solar, wind, and generators, that can be operated in a controlled, coordinated way, either connected to the main power grid or in “islanded mode” – allowing the microgrid to operate and provide power independently from the main power grid.
A microgrid can be an effective solution for peak shaving and demand response, as it allows for more efficient management of energy supply and demand at the local level.
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The heart of our solution is advanced energy management combined with all the advantages of a microgrid and a service model that minimizes upfront costs. For our customers, this means clean, cost-effective and reliable power delivered seamlessly anytime, anywhere - even when the grid goes down.
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Benefits of a Microgrid
- Consumes self-generated solar power that costs less than using grid power
- Reduces demand charges (peak shaving)
- Provides alternate power source during high-rate time-of-use periods
- Acts as a back-up power source for reliability and resiliency
- Revenue opportunity to sell excess energy utility (market participation)
- Sustainability – using renewables reduces carbon footprint
- Can act independently of the grid, offering peace of mind during outages