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What Is an Advanced Microgrid?

An advanced microgrid is a decentralized power system that integrates various distributed energy resources (DERs) to provide backup power independently of the main power grid. Unlike traditional centralized grids, advanced microgrids operate autonomously or in tandem with the main grid, providing a reliable and resilient source of backup power during grid outage.

AI Aims for Real: Artificial Intelligence and its Role in the Microgrid-Distributed Energy Future

The true story of artificial intelligence (AI), for all the frenzied publicity good and bad, has yet to be told. The ebate around AI is focused on the future in two ways — fear and promise. Will it be the angel of commerce, the greatest efficiency and beneficially communicative tool to completely revolutionize the world for the better, or will it be the devil?

Securing a Bright Future

In the dynamic US energy space, PowerSecure Inc. stands as a leader in distributed energy solutions. PowerSecure develops the conceptual design of distributed energy solutions based on the consumer’s business objectives from both a technical and financial standpoint. North American Outlook Magazine speaks to Chief Development Officer Eric Dupont about the microgrids energizing customers across the country.

How Hospital Microgrids can Solve Energy Challenges

Recent horrific events in our nation’s history taught us many things, none the least of which is an enhanced need for preparedness. Looking ahead, what’s the worst that could happen? Is it another pandemic, overlaid with a natural disaster or cyberattack causing an extended power outage? What does real resiliency look like in our post-COVID-19 world?

6 Things to Know Before Your Microgrid Installation

Thinking about installing a microgrid at your facility? Review PowerSecure's guide to the six most important things to know about installing a microgrid. Microgrids are an excellent way to ensure your facility or campus never loses power, even when your main grid is down. After you reach out to a microgrid installer, they can help you develop a personalized microgrid solution designed to generate power for you and reduce your dependence on your local utility grid...

Distributed Energy Resources 101: How to Achieve Energy Resilience

Are you looking to understand the basics of distributed energy resources? Here, we delve into the fundamentals of distributed energy solutions, including their benefits, integration strategies, the role of advanced microgrids, and what’s needed for true energy resilience. Get ready to learn how to unlock energy independence and safeguard your operations against power outages.

Quakertown Community Microgrid

As a host site for American Municipal Power, Inc.’s (AMP) behind-the-meter Pennsylvania R.I.C.E Peaking Project, the Borough of Quakertown, Pennsylvania integrated PowerSecure generation systems to protect against rising energy costs and shield against unexpected utility outages due to weather or grid disruptions.

Cold fact: Microgrids Provide Energy Resiliency to Protect Against Food Loss and Waste

Ken Hurd, PowerSecure National Accounts discusses the importance of energy resiliency in reliable food supply. Because of the importance of a reliable food supply, companies like PowerSecure provide distributed energy solutions to this market which helps strengthen resiliency while providing a means to manage energy expenses...

Florida system shares lessons learned from Hurricane Ian

Lee Health was prepared. Like many institutions across Florida, the health system had made significant strides in strengthening its resiliency. In fact, the 25 generators supporting the five Lee Health hospitals across the hurricane’s cone would operate without a hitch for more than 80 hours as Ian moved inland.