The microgrid industry is new enough to be something of a wilderness. Policymakers aren't always sure which way to turn to encourage its development. In the U.S., the state of Connecticut is serving as a guide. Well before SuperStorm Sandy -- the event that brought microgrids to the fore -- Connecticut had microgrid incentives in the works. Now, … [Read more...]
When massive storms hit, we get religion. Superstorm Sandy was that kind of storm. States along the US East Coast emerged from the wreckage two years ago this week with a new devotion to creating a more resilient electric system. Where the central grid failed, microgrids kept the lights on. So government leaders, businesses, and even some … [Read more...]
What role can microgrids play when there is a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) in California? In this Q&A with Microgrid Knowledge, Ameresco’s Bob Georgeoff explores how quickly microgrids can be installed and their costs and benefits.
Leaders in large corporations, government agencies, and other organizations face numerous challenges in running their day-to-day operations. For them, energy – the lifeblood of many organizations – has historically been seen as reliable, and occasional power outages considered an inevitable cost of doing business. However, these same organizations are starting to view energy and the associated risks and opportunities in a new light as power outages continue to impact their organizations and as new energy innovations make it to market. Download this new white paper from Ameresco that explores ways in which government agencies, companies, and other organizations can leverage their energy infrastructure to minimize the adverse impacts of major events – in other words, become more resilient.
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