Could a microgrid be a commercial-scale model?

Now we’ve got two grid giants taking the next logical step: a commercial-scale, replicable model for island microgrids around the world. That’s the goal of French grid giant Schneider Electric and Danish utility Dong Energy.

How can a microgrid help your business?

Learn how microgrids enable businesses to automatically make choices that provide economic and energy resilience benefits. Schneider Electric Global. Implement and operate your microgrid to produce and consume local energy. Monetize the value of your DER, optimize your bill, and avoid interruptions.

Are islands economically viable candidates for microgrid projects?

These fundamental factors can make islands the most economically viable candidates for microgrid projects, a fact that’s not been lost on the competition.

Is DONG Energy partnering with Schneider Electric?

That’s the goal of French grid giant Schneider Electric and Danish utility Dong Energy. The two announced this week that they’ve launched a commercial partnership to combine Dong’s Power Hub virtual power plant technology and Schneider’s distribution grid and building-side system management expertise into a unified system.

How do microgrids work?

You can operate microgrids while connected to the utility grid or in disconnected “island” mode. When the grid goes down or electricity prices peak, microgrids respond. Enable greener operations by integrating on-site renewables such as wind and solar.

Who can use a microgrid?

We’ve worked with a diverse set of customers: from municipal governments and military bases to nature preserves and vertical farms. Microgrids can also be utilized in remote areas where energy access is limited or nonexistent to provide much-needed resources.