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Two ERCIP projects at USAG Ansbach include microgrids intended to beef up the garrison’s energy security, reliability and sustainability. (Source: Nathan Van Schaik, USAG Ansbach Public Affairs)
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CTC is improving energy resiliency at Alaska's Clear Space Force Station to assure continuity of missions. (U.S. Air National Guard photo by Tech. Sgt. Adam Keele)
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A new paradigm for resilient, AI-ready energy—built on modular, distributed microgrids that thrive where the traditional grid cannot.
Feb. 2, 2026
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Jan. 29, 2026
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Power the hydrogen fuel cells' future with advanced programmable power systems. From green hydrogen production and fuel cell EV testing to real-world energy simulations—see how...
Sept. 15, 2025

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The NEC 2026 introduces innovative provisions like Power Control Systems and clearer interconnection rules, enabling engineers to optimize distributed energy projects by avoiding...
March 3, 2026
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Microgrids with numerous assets such as solar, storage, combined heat and power, natural gas generators, fuel cells, wind, biogas, absorption chillers and hydrogen electrolyzers...
Jan. 26, 2026
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As global electricity demand surges driven by AI and data centers, microgrids are evolving into sophisticated, autonomous systems that ensure resilience, sustainability, and grid...
Dec. 12, 2025
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Highlighting projects from JFK Airport to Maryland's animal shelters, the piece demonstrates microgrids' role in ensuring energy reliability during outages, supporting sustainability...
Nov. 25, 2025

Videos

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Projects

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Bloom Energy will provide up to 2.45 GW of fuel cell capacity for the massive data center currently under construction in New Mexico.
April 28, 2026
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The two companies will collaborate on the deployment of distributed generation solutions that will enable commercial and industrial customers to better participate in capacity...
April 10, 2026
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Installed under a Utility Energy Services Contract, the new microgrid at Fort Bliss in Texas will provide resilience to more than 100 buildings. The garrison is also home to the...
April 5, 2026
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Plug-in solar panels should be available at major retailers this summer. The government also announced new construction standards requiring solar panels and heat pumps for most...
March 30, 2026

Technologies

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Willdan will install, own and maintain the distributed energy and resiliency project at Mt. San Antonio College, which will include solar, battery storage, EV chargers. The DERs...
March 4, 2026
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In what’s being touted as a first of its kind installation in Virginia, Roanoke City Public Schools will add solar and energy storage microgrids to its two high school buildings...
Feb. 27, 2026
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PowerSecure is building three battery energy storage microgrids for Kit Carson Electric Cooperative. The installations will provide resilience to three northern New Mexico counties...
Feb. 19, 2026
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The real-time DERMS to be deployed by NCEMC and OATI will enable live orchestration and control of the cooperatives’ solar and battery storage assets, demand response programs...
Feb. 18, 2026

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The company is expanding its energy strategy by securing gigawatts of on-site power through agreements with Bloom Energy and others, aiming to meet the rising energy demands of...
April 15, 2026
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The deal highlights a strategic shift towards behind-the-meter and off-grid power solutions driven by aging utility grids and increasing demand from hyperscale data centers, with...
April 9, 2026
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Industry nonprofit advocate the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) is making its Learning Center accessible to registered propane users nationwide.
Feb. 26, 2026
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Molten-salt reactor developer Natura Resources LLC signed an agreement with NGL Water Solutions Permian to combine future advanced small nuclear with thermal desalination in the...
Feb. 5, 2026

Policy

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If nothing else, Trump’s words in the State of the Union address echoed the concerns of not only the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), but also the worries of residential...
Feb. 25, 2026
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The Trump administration killed a number of clean energy and microgrid funding programs. But states like Oregon are stepping up with funding to ensure communities can ride through...
Feb. 17, 2026
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Mission 300 aims to bring electricity to 300 million Africans, but the Africa Minigrid Developers Association and 28 minigrid companies say urgent action is needed to accelerate...
Jan. 30, 2026
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With the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, renewable energy developers face stricter eligibility criteria for federal incentives, requiring careful navigation of domestic...
Jan. 14, 2026

About Microgrids

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In advance of Microgrid Knowledge Conference happening May 4-6, we sought your input on what represented the greatest challenges facing microgrid market development in this new...
April 7, 2026
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Cast your vote and share your perspective with the microgrid industry.
March 11, 2026
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Microgrids have evolved from simple backup systems to active market participants, leveraging automation, AI, and renewable integration to generate revenue through grid services...
Jan. 16, 2026
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Addressing the urgent need for energy resilience, this piece explores how microgrids can mitigate the effects of natural disasters and climate change on the power supply.
Dec. 23, 2025