KEY BENEFIT # 2 : RELIABLE
Microgrids ensure a resilient energy supply during power outages
During times of utility power outages , a microgrid can provide a reliable energy supply by islanding the electrical system from the utility .
Islanding is the ability of the microgrid to disconnect from the central grid and operate independently .
The ability of the microgrid to operate independently and maintain a reliable power supply has several key benefits including :
• Maintains critical building functions and keeps them operational
• Avoids economic loss incurred from shutdowns
• Improves overall grid reliability
Maintains critical building functions and keeps them operational For many industries , a disruption in power supply can be quite costly - even detrimental . Microgrids provide critical facilities such as military bases , hospital campuses and data centers with the security to ensure that critical building functions remain operational .
Avoids an economic loss incurred from shutdowns For other types of industries , such as manfucaturing , a disruption in power can incur an economic cost . Microgrids help to avoid such losses so that manufacturers do not need to worry about power disruptions affecting their bottom line .
Improves overall grid reliability The benefits of microgrid reliability extend beyond the local consumer . Microgrids can be called upon by grid operators during periods of peak demand to provide additional reserve power to the central grid .
P2S has performed feasibility studies and designs of electrical systems to establish resiliency and redundancy for numerous clients across educational , municipal , city , industrial , and port sectors . We understand the interconnection requirements of utility companies , net energy metering programs , and available incentives & grants . P2S has numerous staff members who are well-versed with the latest technologies currently available in the market and stay up-to-date on the recent technological advancements within the industry .