Power your business with a self-contained system of integrated energy generation and storage technologies.
A Microgrid is a self-sufficient and self-contained system of interconnected energy generation and storage technologies. This could include Solar PV, Heat Pumps, Combined Heat and Power (CHP), Battery Storage, and more.
With a Microgrid, you can reduce energy costs while lowering your carbon emissions, by generating and storing your own energy supply on-site. Microgrids can operate completely separately to the main power grid. This means it’s an ideal option for organisations with grid connectivity constraints; or for organisations that need complete resilience and continuity in the event of power outages on the grid.
Do you have a Microgrid project in mind? Are you a large organisation that consumes over 500,000 kWh of electricity and is planning to start a new energy project in the next 12 months? We can help you reach your cost and carbon-saving goals, with a tailor-made Microgrid solution. Tell us about your project by completing our simple form to get the conversation started.
Every Microgrid is unique and requires specific configuration, depending on your power and heat requirements, along other factors. We’ll analyse your energy profile and deliver a tailor-made solution, drawing on your broad portfolio of energy generation and storage technologies:
No one builds, funds, operates and maintains energy solutions like Centrica Business Solutions. We have over 35 years’ experience in delivering large-scale onsite, behind-the-meter heat and energy solutions spanning multiple technologies.
This means we have the experience and technical expertise to take your Microgrid project from conception through to completion – including designing it, funding it, building it, and maintaining it throughout its lifetime.
A pharmaceutical manufacturer experienced multiple power outages, which led to entire production batches getting spoiled, and significant financial losses for the company. They turned to Centrica Business Solutions for help.
Our advanced Microgrid solution included a 1.6 MW Solar array and 5MW Battery Storage system. It provides the company with a cost-effective and reliable solution to its power outage challenges.
What is a Microgrid?
A Microgrid is a self-sufficient and self-contained system of interconnected energy generation and storage technologies. This could include Solar PV, Heat Pumps, Combined Heat and Power (CHP), Battery Storage, and more. By combining multiple energy technologies into one system, businesses can maximise cost and carbon savings.
What is an example of a Microgrid?
We installed a Microgrid for a pharmaceutical manufacturer, who relies on consistent power supply to operate its critical processes and requires many variable-frequency drive motors. Despite having two separate utility feeds, the facility experienced multiple damaging power outages lasting 1 to 3 seconds, and these led to significant financial losses. To ensure no noticeable loss of power going forward, Centrica Business Solutions was contracted to design and implement a reliable energy resiliency solution. You can read the full case study here.
Where are Microgrids used?
Since Microgrids operate completely separately from the grid, they’re an ideal option for organisations with grid connectivity constraints; or for organisations that need complete resilience and continuity in the event of power outages on the grid. They are also often utilised by businesses who want to accelerate their journey to net zero, by harnessing a network of interconnected, carbon-saving technologies.
What is the difference between a Microgrid and the Grid?
A Microgrid is a local energy system, which generates and stores energy for a limited area – usually, one specific business. It operates completely independently from the main energy grid. This means it’s an ideal solution for businesses who have not been able to explore certain energy technologies in the past, due to grid connectivity constraints.
Can a Microgrid help in the event of a grid outage?
Yes – since Microgrids can operate completely independently of the grid, it can secure an uninterrupted energy supply for critical equipment and processes during power outages. If there was a critical outage on the National Grid, a Microgrid can continue to operate, safeguarding your critical operations from potential risks.
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