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Why is Electrification the Next Big Move in Energy?

Why is Electrification the Next Big Move in Energy?

About a century ago we began switching from fire to electricity as our main source of energy. Now, electric outlets, lights, wires and poles abound. So job done, right? Far from it. In some ways, electrification has just begun.

The Vital Role of Reciprocating Engines in Remote Communities

The Vital Role of Reciprocating Engines in Remote Communities

We offer a global view of reciprocating engines in remote communities in this excerpt from the Microgrid Knowledge guide, Reciprocating Engine Generators and Microgrids: The Last Defense Against a Power Outage.

ABB Microgrids Elevated to Corporate ‘Next Level’

ABB Microgrids Elevated to Corporate ‘Next Level’

What’s driving demand for ABB microgrids, and why is the corporate giant hyper-targeting the market? Gary Rackliffe, ABB’s vice president of smart grids, talks strategy and technology in this executive interview.

Good News for Microgrids from California Climate Bills

Good News for Microgrids from California Climate Bills

California’s passage of two aggressive climate bills offers good news for microgrids, since they can act as levers to help the state reduce carbon dioxide emissions.

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What States Have the Best Electrification Policies?

The American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy this week released its first-ever ranking of how well states are doing in electrifying transportation

Electrification Could Save as Much as $800 Billion: NREL

A new NREL electrification study finds potential cost savings of $800 billion through 2050 by electrifying the US economy, depending on several variables, including the extent of electrification.

Who is Funding Electrification?

Bellwether states are funding electrification largely through clean energy or clean transportation programs. Here are some of the latest funding announcements.

EVs to Create Dramatic Rise in Demand for Graphite

Lomiko Metals, a Canadian mining company, sees a 500% increase in demand for graphite ahead because of the rise of electric vehicles (EVs) and the Biden administration’s clean energy plans.

Rockefeller Foundation Forms Coalition to Electrify the World within the Decade

The Rockefeller Foundation has formed a global coalition to bring sustainable power for one billion people who lack access to electricity within this decade. 

Electrical Equipment Manufacturers See a Future in Microgrids

A new report from the National Electrical Manufacturers Association details why there’s a future in microgrids for association members–and everyone else.

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RMI: What it Will Take to Improve Energy Access and Security

RMI: What it Will Take to Improve Energy Access and Security

Laurie Guevara-Stone, RMI writer/editor, interviews RMI trustee Maria van der Hoeven about energy access and security — two critical global issues.

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  • Good News for Microgrids from California Climate Bills

  • Why it Takes Time to Develop Community Microgrids

  • Amtrak Arrives in Microgrid Era Ahead of Schedule

  • Mount Kisco’s Home Run Community Microgrid

  • Washington State Awards Money for Two Public Utility Microgrids

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  • Denver Nonprofit to Showcase Fermata Energy Vehicle-to-Grid Charger

  • NY Seeks Researcher to Identify Industrials that Will Benefit from Electrification and Other Climate Measures

  • DOE Offers Up to $35M to Accelerate Batteries and Electrification

  • Microgrid Player Hitachi on the Environment…Siemens and Software…S&C Project Award…ABB’s Microgrid Sails

  • Energy Storage Grew 126%. And Surprise! California Did Not Lead the Way

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Microgrids as Reliability Heroes

Here we look inside the microgrid to see how it creates exceptional electric reliability. Learn about a microgrid’s intelligence, islanding capability and use of energy storage. Plus, what new breakthroughs are on the horizon for technologies that offer energy resilience? 

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About Microgrids

Here you’ll find microgrid 101 information. We define terms and explain concepts to help readers understand the growing usefulness and popularity of this form of distributed energy. We welcome you to send these article links to others who may want to learn more about microgrids.

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Utility Energy Service Contracts (UESC) 101

Reed Brown, of the Alliance to Save Energy, explains the benefits of utility energy service contracts (UESC) and why their full worth isn't always recognized.

Energy efficiency economics: Beyond 101

A business installs lighting controls or some other improvement. The business then sees its energy costs drop. From the savings, the business repays the investment over weeks, months or years, and then turns a profit on the asset.

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Microgrids 101: A Non-geek Definition of Microgrid

Microgrids are the new, hot thing in clean energy. But what are they exactly? Here is a 101 definition of microgrid for the non-geek.

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SDGE Plans to Release an RFP Seeking a Microgrid Controller

San Diego Gas & Electric (SDGE) plans to release a request for proposals (RFP) next month seeking a microgrid controller to help it manage energy storage and renewable energy.

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S&C Electric VP Defines ‘Non-Wires Alternatives’ and the Role of Microgrids

Erik Svanholm, vice president, non-wires alternatives for S&C Electric, defines the term "non-wires alternatives" and gives examples of how microgrids can provide these alternatives to traditional investments in wires and the transmission grid during an interview with Microgrid Knowledge editor in chief, Elisa Wood at Microgrid 2019.

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Energy Storage is an Enabler for Microgrids

Energy Storage is an Enabler for Microgrids

ABB’s Bob Fesmire explains how energy storage is becoming more refined, and acting as an enabler for microgrids.

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Reciprocating Engine Generators and Microgrids: The Last Defense Against a Power Outage

Reciprocating engine generators are becoming increasingly important to help solve three contemporary energy problems. The Guide to Reciprocating Engine Generators and Microgrids explores the growing role that reciprocating engine generators play in solving these three problems.

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