Enterprise Microgrid Design Template

Is there a standard template for a microgrid?

There is no standard template for a microgrid, but there is a standard process for design. When it comes to solving a resilience problem, microgrids can often be a viable solution for customers and utilities.

What makes a successful microgrid design?

Microgrids are most successful when utilities and third-parties work together to gather foundational information upfront and engage with stakeholders. Download this framework to guide you through the entire design process from project roles to operating procedures. Understand how to gather the information vital to a successful microgrid design

What is a microgrid design guide?

This guide is meant to assist communities – from residents to energy experts to decision makers – in developing a conceptual microgrid design that meets site-specific energy resilience goals.

What is a microgrid Design Toolkit (MDT)?

Sandia National Laboratories developed the Microgrid Design Toolkit (MDT), a decision support software for microgrid designers that is publicly available for download.

What is a microgrid design tool?

The MDT allows designers to model, analyze, and optimize the size and composition of new microgrids or modifications to existing systems. Technology management, cost, performance, reliability, and resilience metrics are all offered by the tool.

What is a conceptual microgrid design?

It is intended to provide a step-by-step approach to estimating the viability of a microgrid solution. A conceptual microgrid design is defined as the 10% to 20% solution. It includes a reasonable configuration and cost estimate for the needed generation, storage, distribution, operation, and management over the life of the system.