There are two main types of microgrids: customer (true) microgrids and utility (community) microgrids. This document explains the distinction between these two types and provides information about two other, less common types.
Read more →What are the basics of a microgrid, and how can it improve grid resiliency and efficiency? Includes a visual and written description of a microgrid.
Read more →Sandia National Laboratories provides a brief description of a microgrid, along with links to key projects and tools relating to microgrids that it is working on, such as SPIDERS.
Read more →In-depth analysis of the complexities of the Bridgeport City Hall Complex Microgrid Project — energy use and demand, site peculiarities, regulatory programs, politics, financing and lessons learned.
Read more →CHP facilities are some of the most common components of microgrids today. They produce electrical and thermal energy at the same time using a single source of energy with 60–85% efficiency.
Read more →NYU’s CHP facility was operational during Hurricane Sandy, providing power to 22 buildings and heat to 37 buildings on campus, with $5–$8 million in yearly savings.
Read more →A 15 MW CHP plant providing electricity, heating, cooling, and chilled water, plus a 4.5 MW solar field — integrated with the local utility through an advanced control system.
Read more →Dr. Bob Hebner offers predictions on the future of the electrical grid using his decades of experience helping electric utilities integrate new technologies.
Read more →How NYC’s power generation and delivery has evolved since the Pearl Street Station in 1882 — including peak demand, cost-efficiency, and weather-related threats.
Read more →Microgrid controller development is incredibly competitive, as companies ranging from startups to large corporations race to take control of this lucrative business.
Read more →A report comparing features of microgrid controller products from 11 vendors — useful for understanding which features are most common.
Read more →FESS are best used in situations that demand high power for short periods of time. A near-frictionless rotor spins at high RPM and discharges electricity when backup power is needed.
Read more →A detailed guide on microgrid planning and the steps involved in creating a community microgrid.
Read more →The US Department of Energy’s Interruption Cost Estimate calculator.
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