What is a Microgrid?
"A microgrid is a group of interconnected loads and distributed energy resources that acts as a single controllable entity with respect to the grid. It can connect and disconnect from the grid to operate in grid-connected or island mode. Microgrids can improve customer reliability and resilience to grid disturbances." - National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)
Energy Generation
One form of energy generation that a microgrid can utilize is solar production with the use of photovoltaic (PV) panels.
Energy Storage
Energy storage can be a stand-by generator, fuel cell, or in this case a battery. Paired with solar panels, this is a technology forward and green way to provide resilience to a site.
Power Grid
The final part of a microgrid is the actual interaction with the existing power grid. Microgrids are the best of both worlds, you're connected with the ability to go off-grid whenever required.