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A Guide To Remote Tribal Microgrids 

The Role of MicroGrids

A microgrid is a localized energy system that can generate, store, and distribute electricity independently or in coordination with the main power grid.

Learn about Micro Grid Solutions

Clean Energy is Everywhere 

Guide Build by Cornell Systems Engineering Students

As Cornell students, we created a guide to help people learn about microgrids and the solutions they offer.

 

MicroGrid Benifits

Understanding microgrids can empower property owners to make smarter energy choices. Whether you’re looking to improve resilience during power outages, lower electricity bills, or explore clean energy options like solar, microgrids offer flexible and efficient solutions. Knowing how they work can help you evaluate if a microgrid is a good fit for your property’s energy needs and long-term sustainability goals.

1. Energy Resilience

Keep the power on during grid outages, providing backup electricity during emergencies

2. Lower Energy Costs

Using local energy sources like solar, microgrids can reduce resiliance on expensive grid power and lower utility bills.

 

 

 

3. Environmental Sustainability 

Integrating renewable energy helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

4. Energy Independence

Give communities and property owners control over their power supply and energy.

5. Grip Support 

Help Reduce strain on the main grid during peak hours, helps prevent blackouts and stabilizes energy supplies.

MicroGrid Guide BreakDown

High Level Guide Topics to Explore! 

 

Section1 – Microgrid Basics

Introduces microgrids, their components, and the benefits they can bring to communities, especially remote ones.                   

Section 2 – Planning Your MicroGrid

Technical, financial, and regulatory steps needed to successfully plan a microgrid project.            

Section 2 – Planning Your MicroGrid

Technical, financial, and regulatory steps needed to successfully plan a microgrid project.