Microgrid Demonstration Project Construction Background

Is a microgrid possible?

The PrInCE Lab microgrid project demonstrated that is possible to realize a microgrid by adopting components and equipment originally developed for classical distribution network applications. However, the adoption of these components made their integration into a microgrid structure more complex than the expected.

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.

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.

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 drives microgrid development?

The driving forces in microgrid development at the state and local levels include renewable energy requirements as reflected in renewable portfolio standards (RPS) in 29 states and Washington, DC; renewable portfolio goals in eight states; and increasing concerns regarding power system resilience due to growing extreme climate events [38, 39, 40].

What should be included in a microgrid demonstration period?

Demonstration of the microgrid includes the final performance measurement and validation procedures. The microgrid demonstration period should include a variety of scenarios to demonstrate the functionality of the system. High level examples are list below.