What is a microgrid?
How is a microgrid defined? A few different definitions exist. Here we set out to explain what we mean by 'microgrid' at Microgrid Knowledge.
Vermont utility wants to ‘radically transform’ grid, add microgrids and create resiliency zones
The GMP IRP outlines plans by Vermont’s largest utility to create a more localized energy economy, which includes the addition of microgrids and up to six resiliency zones.
22 intriguing microgrid projects to watch in 2022
2022 looks to be a big year for microgrid progress and innovation. Here is the Microgrid Knowledge list of 22 microgrid projects to watch in 2022.
California bills aim to help communities create resilience, cut emissions with microgrids and DERs
Climate activists and lawmakers are doubling down this year on efforts to bring resilient and clean energy to Californians as wildfires and power shutoffs persist.
Top 10 most read microgrid articles for 2021
Analyzing which articles attract readership offers us valuable insight into market trends. What did the 10 most read microgrid articles of 2021 tell us?
Microgrid Perspectives
Modular microgrids: Driving the soft costs away via standardization
The platform battery enabled microgrid is an excellent way to help microgrids become more cost-effective and deployed, especially where needed the most. Norm Campbell, federal team manager at Go Electric, discusses how modular microgrids and standardization can reduce the costs of microgrids.
Video Library
Using Real Time Dynamic Modeling for Microgrid Optimization
This workshop will answer a lot of your questions about the challenges and opportunities around microgrid adoption. Learn how to use real time dynamic modeling and artificial intelligence for microgrid optimization, control, and resilience.
Microgrids for Government, Communities and CCAs
Many communities, cities and even the military are turning to microgrids. What can be done to speed the adoption of reliable microgrids for communities?
Microgrid California: Interactive Leadership Session
Four microgrid industry leaders reflect on the information presented during the Microgrid California event and discuss predictions for the future.
Workshop: Think Microgrid
Hear from executive director Cameron Brooks as he lays out Think Microgrid’s mission, a new microgrid collaborative advocacy and regulatory coalition announced during Microgrid 2021.
How to Pay for Your Microgrid
Financial experts from Lincoln Energy Services, Ameresco, and Mesa Solutions educate you about your microgrid financing options.
Microgrid 2021: Greater Good Awards
Elisa Wood, Editor-in-Chief of Microgrid Knowledge interviews the winners of the 2021 Greater Good Awards.
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.
5 common questions about microgrids answered
Today we’re taking a step back from our usual flow of industry news to offer a compendium of resources that answers five common questions about microgrids.
Microgrid benefits: Eight ways a microgrid will improve your operation…and the world
Microgrids serve industries, institutions, communities and other customers in a range of ways. Here we look at eight main microgrid benefits – from keeping the lights in a storm to lowering energy costs to improving community well-being.
