“ Microgrids not only allow for carbon-reducing energy sources to be operated intelligently , but will also provide reliable and resilient sources of power when faced with extreme climate events and increased electrification efforts ”
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“ Microgrids not only allow for carbon-reducing energy sources to be operated intelligently , but will also provide reliable and resilient sources of power when faced with extreme climate events and increased electrification efforts ”
XIAOFAN WU HEAD OF RESEARCH GROUP , AUTONOMOUS SYSTEMS & CONTROL , SIEMENS
To meet this demand , there is a shift towards decentralised power plants such as microgrids , which have lower capital requirements and reduced reliance on fossil fuels . Microgrids provide society with continuous , efficient , cheap and clean sources of energy . They are made up of distributed generators , energy storage systems and flexible loads , and when integrated with a smart grid , can provide a secure and stable electricity supply .
The macro impacts of microgrids for sustainability A major player within the realm of microgrids , Siemens believes that the
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