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...]
Microgrid Growth: How Far, How Fast Since Superstorm Sandy?
November 3, 2014 By 5 Comments
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...]
