Microgrids

Technology and business, grid-connected or stand-alone

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Distributed Energy Resources

Unlocking the Power of Microgrids

June 19, 2024
Beyond the basic “what is” question, more questions arise for utilities and their relationships with them. What do microgrids mean for utilities? Are they the answers for climate...
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Microgrids

Coding Better Microgrids

June 13, 2024
In the pursuit of a self-healing grid, scientists, engineers and utilities work together on tying grid assets together in more efficient ways.
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Microgrids

Tulalip Tribes Plans Microgrid for Resiliency

June 5, 2024
Snohomish PUD provides design and engineering support as the Tulalip Tribes of Washington plan its own microgrid, looking to create a resiliency zone in the long term.
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Microgrids

Transmission Projects to Connect Remote Microgrids Offered DOE Funding

March 11, 2024
The projects chosen by the Grid Deployment Office focus on microgrids that serve remote, geographically isolated communities
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Distributed Energy Resources

Microgrid Fuels Nebraska Capital in Public Power Tradition

Jan. 10, 2024
Nebraska is the only 100% public power state in the US, and Lincoln Electric pushes that tradition into 2024 with its microgrid project.
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Fiber-Through-the-Grid (FTT-Grid™): Pioneering the Future of Grid Modernization

Oct. 31, 2023
The power grid, a marvel of engineering when initially built, now stands at a pivotal crossroads in its history, faced with unprecedented demands for growth and innovation. Built...
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Energy Storage

U.S. DOE Grants $23 Million To Kit Carson Electric Cooperative to Increase Power Grid Resilience and Reliability In Northern New Mexico

Oct. 20, 2023
KCEC will deploy BESS and microgrid capabilities to Picuris Pueblo, Taos Ski Valley and El Rito West to perform public safety power shutoffs
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Overhead Transmission

Biden Admin Releases $3.5 Billion for Power Grid Resilience

Oct. 18, 2023
Funding announced for 58 power grid upgrade projects across 44 states.
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Microgrids

PG&E Launches Microgrid Program with $79 Million in Funding

Oct. 17, 2023
This microgrid incentive program outlines available incentives and allowances, including details on eligibility, how to apply for funding, and the process for developing a community...