With their grid-interconnectivity advantages, the integration of advanced microgrids will improve system4 energy efficiency and reliability and provide enabling technologies for grid-independence to end-user sites. One popular definition that has been evolved and is used in multiple references is that a microgrid is a group of interconnected loads … [Read more...]
Microgrid Benefits
The U.S. Department of Energy defines a microgrid as a group of interconnected loads and distributed energy resources within clearly defined electrical boundaries that acts as a single controllable entity with respect to the grid. Microgrid benefits help us connect and disconnect from the grid to enable it to operate in both grid-connected or … [Read more...]
DC Microgrid System
How can we increase the amount of photovoltaic (PV) generation? From this viewpoint, we are overviewing elec- tric facilities from power plants to electric appliances in demand sites. PV modules generate DC electric power. The power should be converted to AC that is synchronized with commercial grids to be transmitted and distributed to demand … [Read more...]
Microgrid Financing
On October 29th, 2012, Superstorm Sandy slammed into New York City’s shoreline. In the days and weeks that followed, the New York City Subway system and all but one of the road tunnels entering Manhattan with severely flooded, entire neighborhoods were decimated and millions of customers in New York City and on Long Island lost power – many for … [Read more...]
The Energy Efficient CHP Microgrid
This Special Report from Microgrid Knowledge paints a picture of the emerging microgrid-driven world. It also explains topics like district energy and combined heat and power (CHP). You'll learn how a CHP microgrid improves the economics and energy efficiency of a microgrid.Local energy promises lower costs, more reliable electric supply, storm … [Read more...]
NRG: Renewable Energy
Attention and promise is one thing – true growth and value is another. Today, renewable energy has clearly landed on the second half of this equation. Once the domain of well-meaning early adopters, renewable approaches now involve a broader array of practices, products and technologies put in place by an ever-expanding roster of ROI-driven … [Read more...]
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 first problem occurs in developed areas like North America, where electric reliability is crucial as the economy grows ever more Internet-based.The second problem can be found in remote regions of the world, where no … [Read more...]
