Microgrids

The real-time operation of microgrid systems in both grid-connected and islanded modes is made possible by our UF-GDMS technology. Moreover, it allows for behind-the-meter and Virtual-Power-Plant (VPP) operation for microgrid systems.

Revolutionizing Microgrids Operation

The Next-Gen, Ultra-Fast Electric Grid Distributed Management System (UF-GDMS)

Microgrids play a pivotal role in advancing electrification efforts, especially in remote and underserved regions. By providing localized and reliable power generation and distribution, microgrids bridge the gap in areas where extending traditional grid infrastructure is economically and logistically challenging. With this pivotal role, the North American Microgrid sector is projected to surge to $11.5 billion by

2030^ USD, growing at a CAGR of 19.9% . Storage systems are pivotal for ensuring the reliable, stable, and optimal operation of microgrid systems. Yet, these systems, while essential, lack inherent intelligence and rely on grid management systems for optimal utilization within microgrids.

Limitations of Existing Grid Management Systems for Operation of Microgrids

Operating in minutes and above and not being capable of responding to fast events such as frequency and voltage excursion

Operating based on historical data and unable to respond to non-deterministic events such as unintentional islanding

Off-site and centralized architecture making microgrid operation highly reliant on communication infrastructure

These limitations, are hindering existing management systems from full utilization of storage technologies and are resulting in the lack of resilient, reliable and optimal operation of microgrid systems.

The Consequences of Unreliable and Vulnerable Microgrid Management Systems

Limited Capacity for DERs

The absence of a suitable management system in a microgrid makes it impossible to sustain a substantial amount of renewable resources and EV charging stations while still being dependent on polluting energy sources.

Lack of Operation Resiliency

Given the slow peformance of existing management systems, microgrids cannot operate fast enough to reduce grid outages and enhance the grid’s resiliency. In the US, there is over $ 150 B of yearly business profit loss due to power outages!*

Prone to Communication Failure

Existing microgrid management systems are highly centralized and dependent on communication mediums and can put the microgrid operation in jeoprady in the case of cyberattacks and communication failures.

Cost-effective grid management for microgrid benefits

ETP's grid management solution is designed to fully utilize energy storage technologies, ensuring maximum reliability, resiliency, and efficiency in the operation of your microgrid systems.

Key Technical Features of Our Patented Grid Management System

In-millisecond Operation Speed

Detecting accidental events on the microgrid system, enabling remedial actions, and enforcing those actions using storage technologies, all within millisecond timeframe (including communication latency) of the microgrid operation

Proactive DecisionMaking Algorithm

Computationally powerful to proactively handle millions of accidental events and maximizing continuity of operation of microgrid systems.

Distributed Management for a Distributed Grid

The embedded management system can be deployed in a hierarchical manner over the gird, effectively overcoming communication obstacles and maximizing the grid’s resiliency in the event of complete or partial communication disruptions.