WFH Learning Bundle 19: Microgrids!
January 2021
WFH Learning Bundle
Weeks into 2021 many of us remain diligently working from home--where we spent most of 2020. So, obviously we must continue our “Work from Home Learning Bundles” into the new year!
This month lets dig in on MICROGRIDS--how they can foster autonomy for public agencies, ensure reliability in emergencies, and help meet growing State climate goals. With Public Safety Power Shut Off (PSPS), the constant push for GHG emission reduction, and climate disasters becoming more frequent, microgrids allow public agencies to prioritize reliability, resiliency, and economics to better serve their communities.
BLOG EE and Other Reads
Looking Back:
- Technology Tuesday: Power of Artificial Intelligence in Microgrids
- Technology Tuesday: Smart Neighborhoods
- City of Fremont Fire Stations Microgrid Project
- 2015: Irvine Company and Advanced Microgrid Solutions Announce Groundbreaking Initiative
Looking Ahead:
- 21 Intriguing Microgrid Projects to Watch in 2021
- “Microgrid 2021. The World Awakens to Microgrids.”
- Microgrids are coming — will they increase inequities?
- Minneapolis Microgrid could serve as a jobs training and resiliency hub
Ask the Experts!
- Cen Cal 2019: Willdan’s “Microgrids are for Everyone”
- 2014: Santa Rita Jail and PG&E Partner for a Smarter Grid
- Willdan and the City of Culver City: Microgrid Feasibility Report
- San Jacinto High School: Microgrid on a Budget- SCE and Willdan
Fast Chats
Check out some of our past Fast Chats that discuss funding avenues that can lead to the successfully implementation of a microgrid in YOUR community!
January 2020: Pathway to Zero
December 2020: Connected Communities
From Our Partners
SCE Microgrids: Grid Modernization Planning
Southern California Edison supports customers in achieving their energy goals and clean energy solutions and is engaged in research to understand whether microgrids could be a cost-effective alternative to other technologies. Click above to learn more and click here to read more about SCE’s First Microgrid Resiliency Pilot Participant! (hint: it was mentioned earlier in this bundle)
PG&E Strengthening Community Resilience with Comprehensive Microgrid Solutions
California Public Utilities Commission approved Pacific Gas and Electric Company's (PG&E's) comprehensive and cost-effective microgrid proposals, which are designed to reduce the number of customers affected by Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) events and mitigate the impacts to those who remain affected.
SoCal Gas Uses Natural Gas Fuel Cell Technology in Microgrids
Southern California Gas Co. has begun powering two of its Los Angeles-area facilities with Bloom Energy solid-oxide fuel cells, which the companies in a July 17 announcement said should reduce emissions, air pollutants and the cost of power in addition to providing reliable power without needing to rely on the grid. Learn more about how fuel cell technology is being utilized!
Southern California Regional Energy Network
Pathway to Zero was created to maximize energy efficiency opportunities while driving the integration of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs). The program supports public agencies on a path towards zero net energy (ZNE), which means producing all the energy needed on-site. Click here to learn more and enroll!