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Information on Companies and Organizations Involved in Microgrids
Schneider Electric

Think Microgrids Are Too Complicated? Schneider Takes on the Problem with a New Battery as its Latest Step

April 26, 2024
Schneider Electric previewed a new battery energy storage system (BESS) at the Microgrid Knowledge conference that aims to make microgrids easier for those who lack utility-level...
Ameresco

Construction Begins on 13.4-MW Biogas Cogeneration Plant Near Sacramento

April 11, 2024
The biogas cogeneration plant, which is being built by Ameresco, will produce renewable electricity and reduce emissions for the Sacramento Area Sewer District.

Three Pillars Supporting the Microgrid Expansion: Q&A with PowerSecure President Jim Smith

April 9, 2024
Each day brings greater dependency on electric supply, underscoring the economic value of microgrid capacity to the grid as an affordable solution. Key drivers, Smith pointed ...

Exploring the Potential of Community Microgrids Through Three Innovative Case Studies

April 8, 2024
Community microgrids represent a burgeoning solution to meet the energy needs of localized areas and regions. These microgrids are clusters of interconnected energy resources,...
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The Experts Agree: Microgrids Are Gaining Momentum, but Customers still Face Challenges

April 3, 2024
From understanding the benefits of microgrids to optimizing and coordinating the use of renewable energy resources, industry experts agree that microgrid customers will continue...
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Eaton Delivers Largest Clean Energy Microgrid in Puerto Rico

April 2, 2024
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held April 2 to celebrate the new microgrid, which will deliver nearly 10 GWh of clean energy annually and cut electricity costs for Eaton’s Arecibo...

ICT Visionary Q&A with Johnny Hill, COO, Clearfield

April 1, 2024
ISE: What are two big challenges Clearfield faces in terms of network evolution/transformation?Hill: I’ve always tried to keep the passive network architecture as simple...
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Indianapolis Charter School Contracts Ameresco for Solar-Storage Microgrid

March 19, 2024
A $5.3 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Renew America’s Schools funding program will finance construction of energy improvements to The Match High School and...

Xendee Contributing Software Modeling to Guide Fiji Minigrid Deployment led by Arizona State's LEAPS

March 19, 2024
ASU project leaders have already assessed 300 isolated communities to come up with the most suitable 75 sites for minigrids. Part of Xendee's work is calculating energy potential...

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Making Sure Fiber Customer Turn-ups are Done Right the First Time

Fiber is being installed at a pace the industry has never seen before, with more deployments, more customer connections, and fewer people to do the skilled work. This FAQ takes...

Malaysian Semiconductor Maker Secures Critical Power with Rolls-Royce mtu Powerpacks On-Site

March 13, 2024
X-FAB Sarawak, the Malaysian division of worldwide foundry group X-FAB, will utilize the four mtu Kinetic Powerpacks at its site in Kuching, Sarawak, Malaysia. The company manufactures...
Bimbo Bakeries USA

Bimbo Bakeries Debuts Six California Microgrids

March 12, 2024
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held this week at Bimbo Bakeries’ Montebello location, marking the launch of microgrids at six of the company's California facilities. The microgrids...
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Cummins, Scottish Port of Aberdeen Collaborating on Decarbonizing Vessels

March 7, 2024
The UK-approved award will be utilized by Cummins, Ocean Infinity, the Aberdeen Harbour Board and Proman AG to deploy a methanol conversion kit for a high-horsepower marine internal...
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California Dream Comes True: New Microgrid Community Attracts DOE Secretary Visit

Feb. 28, 2024
Those partnering with KB Home in the “Connected Communities” project include Schneider Electric, project lead SunPower, electric utility Southern California Edison (SCE) and the...
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Schneider Electric Aced 2023 with $4.3B Profit, Record Backlog

Feb. 21, 2024
Last year, Schneider Electric detailed a new movement into standardized and streamlined microgrid offerings through its EcoStruxure Microgrid Flex product and also expanded its...

Maximizing Fiber’s Potential for the Upcoming Boom in Fiber Network Construction

Feb. 1, 2024
Brian SchrandVP, Applications EngineeringClearfield ISE: New technology being introduced allows customers to do the final step of the fiber installs using plug-and-play technologies...