California is offering $11.7 million for research & development into smart grid technology, including microgrid controls, to help reach the state’s goal of 20 GW of renewable generation by 2020. Issued November 30 by the California Energy Commission, the grant solicitation focuses on smart technologies that make it easier to integrate large … [Read more...]
Massachusetts Awards $18.4M for Microgrids and Other Energy Resiliency Projects
December 29, 2014 By 10 Comments
Massachusetts today awarded $18.4 million for microgrids and other energy resiliency projects to keep the lights on when the grid is down. The funds went to cities and towns, and include several microgrids, combined heat and power (CHP) systems, battery storage and $500,000 for solar PV plus storage. “These grants will assist municipalities … [Read more...]
Connecticut DEEP Contemplates Microgrid Program Revisions
December 26, 2014 By Leave a Comment
Connecticut officials are considering changes to the state's microgrid program, a first-of-its-kind grant offering. Clean Energy Group's Todd Olinsky-Paul explains the proposed legislative and regulatory action. The hallmark of good programs is that they keep getting better. Last month, Clean Energy States Alliance awarded a State Leadership in … [Read more...]
