A microgrid is a small power system that has the ability to operate connected to the larger grid, or by itself in stand-alone mode. It is comprised of multiple distributed energy resources (DERs), such as solar panels, wind turbines, energy storage systems, and traditional generators, that can generate, store. NLR has been involved in the modeling, development, testing, and deployment of microgrids since 2001. 2 A microgrid can operate in either grid-connected or in island mode, including entirely off-grid. Microgrids are small-scale power grids that operate independently to generate electricity for a localized area, such as a university campus, hospital complex, military base or geographical region. Many microgrids today are formed.
