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Microgrids And Distributed Generation

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A system approach which views generation and associated loads as a subsystem or a “microgrid”, which will disconnect from the utility during large events, but may also intentionally disconnect when the quality of power from the grid falls below certain standards.
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Application of individual distributed generators can cause as many problems as it may solve. A better way to realize the emerging potential of distributed generation is to take a system approach which views generation and associated loads as a subsystem or a “microgrid”. The sources can operate in parallel to the grid or can operate in island, providing UPS services. The system will disconnect from the utility during large events (i.e. faults, voltage collapses), but may also intentionally disconnect when the quality of power from the grid falls below certain standards. Utilization of waste heat from the sources will increase total efficiency, making the project more fmancially attractive. University of Wisconsin Laboratory verification of microgrid control concepts are included.

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The CERTS microgrid and the future of the macrogrid

TL;DR: In this paper, the CERTS Microgrid is proposed to provide for sensitive loads by means of local power generation, which is becoming increasingly competitive with central station generation for a number of reasons, including non-technical constraints on expansion of the grid, improvements in small scale technologies, opportunities for CHP application, and the ubiquitous nature of sensitive loads in advanced economies.