{"id":12844,"date":"2018-07-18T11:00:11","date_gmt":"2018-07-18T19:00:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/2018\/07\/18\/news-6611\/"},"modified":"2018-07-18T11:00:11","modified_gmt":"2018-07-18T19:00:11","slug":"news-6611","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/2018\/07\/18\/news-6611\/","title":{"rendered":"3 tips to connect several microgrids and make your grid better"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Credit to Author: Mark Feasel| Date: Wed, 18 Jul 2018 11:00:43 +0000<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Electric utilities\u2019\u00a0number one objective is to ensure an uninterrupted\u00a0power supply\u00a0for\u00a0its\u00a0millions of customers \u2013 even during extreme weather events or other emergencies.\u00a0Recent developments in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.schneider-electric.com\/en\/work\/solutions\/microgrids\/\">microgrids<\/a>\u00a0are empowering utilities to reshape the grid for maximum efficiency and reliability.<\/p>\n<p>Microgrid solutions allow\u00a0for the\u00a0diversification of\u00a0energy generation assets\u00a0and can operate\u00a0independently,\u00a0or in conjunction with\u00a0the\u00a0main grid,\u00a0thus eliminating\u00a0any\u00a0single points of failure.<\/p>\n<p>To\u00a0further\u00a0maximize\u00a0grid\u00a0reliability, it is now conceivable to create a system that interconnects\u00a0not only one, but several microgrids\u00a0that leverage\u00a0a variety of distributed\u00a0energy resources (DER): photovoltaic arrays, microturbines, energy storage systems,\u00a0generators, etc.<\/p>\n<p>The challenge rests on the ability to set up a distribution automation architecture to leverage intelligent grid solutions while enabling\u00a0multiple\u00a0microgrids to operate independently,\u00a0or together. Today&#8217;s innovative solutions enabling reactive and predictive control of the <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/smart-grid\/2018\/06\/12\/how-solar-power-gets-a-boost-with-smart-grid-solutions\/\">microgrid\u2019s DER<\/a> make\u00a0this possible.<\/p>\n<p> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.schneider-electric.com\/promo\/az\/en\/getPromo\/67923P\/44983T\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-50154 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/CTA.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/CTA.png 600w, https:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/CTA-300x150.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/a> <\/p>\n<p>Here are\u00a0three\u00a0tips to\u00a0optimize\u00a0interconnection\u00a0of\u00a0several\u00a0microgrids\u00a0on\u00a0the wider distribution network:<\/p>\n<h3><strong>1.\u00a0<\/strong><b>Implement\u00a0<\/b><b><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elp.com\/articles\/2018\/06\/schneider-electric-faith-technologies-design-wisconsin-microgrid.html\">microgrid controller<\/a>\u00a0<b>software<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Get real-time management of distributed\u00a0energy\u00a0resources to ensure the right balance between the energy produced and consumed<\/li>\n<li>Safeguard operations and switch seamlessly from grid-connected mode to off-grid mode to ensure a reliable source of power for critical loads<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This kind of system works with advanced, high-speed communications and distributed grid intelligence to automatically detect faults and switch to alternative distributed power sources.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>2.<\/strong> <b>Use a\u00a0<\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.schneider-electric.us\/en\/work\/products\/explore\/ecostruxure-microgrid-advisor\/\">cloud-based platform<\/a>\u00a0<b>for econo<\/b><b>mic dispatch and DER forecasting<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>During\u00a0grid-tied operation of the microgrid, the\u00a0Software-as-a-Service\u00a0(SaaS) forecasts and optimizes where to produce, consume,\u00a0and store energy based on external events such\u00a0as\u00a0weather forecasts, demand-response events,\u00a0and tariff rates.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>3.<\/strong> <b>Engineer a fault-tolerant approach based on energy storage devices to:<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>provide\u00a0the voltage signal for the site<\/li>\n<li>enable\u00a0renewable integration<\/li>\n<li>control\u00a0the microgrid frequency<\/li>\n<li>always have a\u00a0first generating source to respond during an unexpected loss of power.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">Respecting these\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">three<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">\u00a0tips,<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW125848554\" href=\"https:\/\/www.schneider-electric.com\/en\/work\/solutions\/for-business\/electric-utilities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">electric utilities<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">\u00a0betting on microgrid<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">interconne<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">ct<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">ion<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">s<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">\u00a0will be more\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">reliable\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">than ever. For instance,\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">in the event of a power loss caused\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">by\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">extreme weather,<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">\u00a0the advanced distribution automation equipment and the microgrid controller will autonomously switch to alternative distributed power sources as needed. Acting independent<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">ly<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125848554\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125848554\">\u00a0of the main grid, the new microgrid system will automatically restore power with minimal service interruption.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW125848554\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\">Such\u00a0innovative microgrid projects are blooming\u00a0across the globe. One of the most outstanding example comes from\u00a0Texas, where<a href=\"https:\/\/microgridknowledge.com\/rumor-is-true-oncor-unveils-first-of-a-kind-microgrid\/\">\u00a0a first-of-its-kind microgrid<\/a>\u00a0has been deployed:\u00a0the\u00a0electric\u00a0utility has\u00a0dramatically improved\u00a0power reliability and quality, as well as grid security,\u00a0thanks to\u00a0the interconnection of four\u00a0microgrids relying on 9 DER, plugged\u00a0into the main grid.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left\">Discover today more microgrid\u00a0projects\u2019 examples: Download our free white paper \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.schneider-electric.com\/promo\/az\/en\/getPromo\/67923P\/44983T\">Microgrid Benefits and Example Projects<\/a>\u201d.<\/p>\n<p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/utilities\/2018\/07\/18\/3-tips-to-connect-several-microgrids-and-make-your-grid-better\/\">3 tips to connect several microgrids and make your grid better<\/a> appeared first on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\">Schneider Electric Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/utilities\/2018\/07\/18\/3-tips-to-connect-several-microgrids-and-make-your-grid-better\/\" target=\"bwo\" >http:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/feed\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Credit to Author: Mark Feasel| Date: Wed, 18 Jul 2018 11:00:43 +0000<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Electric utilities\u2019\u00a0number one objective is to ensure an uninterrupted\u00a0power supply\u00a0for\u00a0its\u00a0millions of customers \u2013 even during extreme weather events or other emergencies.\u00a0Recent developments in\u00a0microgrids\u00a0are empowering utilities to reshape the grid for&#8230;  <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/utilities\/2018\/07\/18\/3-tips-to-connect-several-microgrids-and-make-your-grid-better\/\" title=\"Read3 tips to connect several microgrids and make your grid better\">Read more &#187;<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The post <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\/utilities\/2018\/07\/18\/3-tips-to-connect-several-microgrids-and-make-your-grid-better\/\">3 tips to connect several microgrids and make your grid better<\/a> appeared first on <a rel=\"nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.schneider-electric.com\">Schneider Electric Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"colormag_page_container_layout":"default_layout","colormag_page_sidebar_layout":"default_layout","footnotes":""},"categories":[12389,12388],"tags":[17128,6148,13101,12426,17962,7410,13308,12904,16973,18109,6549,12906,12728],"class_list":["post-12844","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-scadaics","category-schneider","tag-asset-managment-software","tag-automation","tag-distributed-energy-resources","tag-energy-managementenergy-efficiency","tag-energy-reliability","tag-extreme-weather","tag-innovation","tag-microgrid","tag-microgrids","tag-real-time-control","tag-renewable-energy","tag-smart-grid","tag-utilities"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12844","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12844"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12844\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12844"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12844"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/www.palada.net\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12844"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}