OUC Partners with Capacitech Energy on Microgrid Project
Florida public power utility OUC is collaborating with Capacitech Energy in a microgrid project to demonstrate Capacitech Energy''s largest deployment to date of the PowerLink, a cable
Renewable microgrids help keep lights on during FL hurricanes
When Hurricane Ian hit Florida, Georgia, Virginia and the Carolinas in 2022, more than two million people lost power. But microgrids kept critical services running at hospitals, universities
Grid Deployment Office U.S. Department of Energy
Depending on the complexity, microgrids can have high upfront capital costs. Microgrids are complex systems that require specialized skills to operate and maintain. Microgrids include controls and
During a Historic Hurricane Season, Microgrids Kept Communities
Building a microgrid is more appealing and more doable than ever before. Solar-plus-battery microgrids (unlike generators) are not susceptible to the fossil supply chain issues that hit
Here''s how one Florida community cut its risk of blackouts during
In addition, the system provides the entire community with on-site backup power, meaning that it is less likely to experience blackouts during heavy storms — no small concern in Florida,
Microgrids Cropping Up in Florida with Utility Partners
Florida is the most hurricane-prone state in the US, vulnerable to an average $15.4 billion in storm damages annually. So it''s perplexing that state government hasn''t made at least as much fanfare
FPL | Energy My Way | Battery Storage
This innovative energy storage project comprises a 5-MW solar array and a 7.5-MW by 15-MWh stationary battery, as well as two mobile EV fast charging trailers. The project enables FPL to test the
Storage & Delivery « FESC
Description: The primary aim of the project was to address R&D in the area of microgrids. Specifically the focus was in the area of PV and PHEV integration, microgrid modeling and control, grid-tying
Power to the People: Microgrid Gives Community Control of Its Energy
None of the microgrid equipment was damaged by the hurricane. The system provided 100% uptime to customers, even when the grid-tie went down for three days.
Duke Energy Florida Microgrid Case Studies
Duke Energy Overview: Regulated Utilities Florida • 50 MW under construction (6 sites) DEP / DEC (Carolina''s Total)