Microgrid Design and Selection

What is a microgrid design guide?

This guide is meant to assist communities – from residents to energy experts to decision makers – in developing a conceptual microgrid design that meets site-specific energy resilience goals.

How to choose the best microgrid model?

The selection of the most appropriate model depends not only on the accuracy of the solution but also on its computational cost. Depending on the design stage of the microgrid, e.g., sizing, energy management, or stability analyses; different models should be considered.

What is a microgrid project?

The primary goal for microgrid projects is to increase the energy resilience and enhance the ability to serve an installation’s electrical loads during a contingency situation.

Does microgrid design depend on specific applications?

Microgrid topology and architecture Lessons drawn from the examination of the existing microgrid projects suggest that both the topology and structure of such systems strongly depend on their specific applications, thus making the generalization of the microgrid design more difficult.

What is a microgrid report?

This report provides (1) an overview of the microgrid planning, assessment, and design process for DoD installations and (2) is a resource for energy managers, policymakers, contractors, and other stakeholders involved in microgrid projects.

What is a conceptual microgrid design?

It is intended to provide a step-by-step approach to estimating the viability of a microgrid solution. A conceptual microgrid design is defined as the 10% to 20% solution. It includes a reasonable configuration and cost estimate for the needed generation, storage, distribution, operation, and management over the life of the system.