Grid-connected microgrid Development and Reform Commission

What happens if a microgrid is grid-connected?

If the microgrid is grid-connected (i.e., connected to the main electric grid), then the community can draw power from the main electric grid to supplement its own generation as needed or sell power back to the main electric grid when it is generating excess power.

What role will microgrids play in the future power grid?

As an important part of the smart grid of the future, microgrids will play an important role in the future power grid by taking advantage of its strengths such as accommodation of diversification of energy forms, flexibility of grid connection interfaces, customization of power quality, and bi-directional energy information flow.

How microgrids are modifying the traditional structure of the electric distribution grid?

See further details here . Continuously increasing demand of microgrids with high penetration of distributed energy generators, mainly renewable energy sources, is modifying the traditional structure of the electric distribution grid.

How can microgrids help a smart grid?

As an important part of a strong smart grid, microgrids can efficiently integrate various distributed electricity sources, increase the penetration rate of renewable energy, and make up for the shortcomings of centralized power supplies in large grids.

What is a microgrid control system?

Microgrid control systems: typically, microgrids are managed through a central controller that coordinates distributed energy resources, balances electrical loads, and is responsible for disconnection and reconnection of the microgrid to the main grid. Load: the amount of electricity consumed by customers.

What is a microgrid strategy?

The Strategy development process began with microgrid experts deliberating on areas the Strategy should focus on for impactful results in key metrics, such as reliability, resilience, decarbonization, and affordability, in the next five to ten years.