The result is that state policy, rather than technology, is the chief bottleneck to the commercialization of microgrids. In light of this, Wood Mackenzie was pleased to collaborate with
Although State Energy Offices and PUCs have different electric distribution system roles, each is interested in ensuring the safe, reliable, affordable, and beneficial deployment of resilience projects,
One of these solutions is microgrids that can disconnect from the grid and offer grid resilience during an outage. While this technology is still finding its footing in the industry, states
It suggests a clear need for state, community and industry leaders to identify and execute immediate and practical action today. The Microgrid 2024 Scorecard finds that even states
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
A new report by Think Microgrid says most states are doing an insufficient job at deploying microgrids despite developing microgrid roadmaps.
Every utility can look for one or more excellent opportunities for experimental and pilot project microgrids and NWS (see reports about Maine Islands and RMI Islands Energy Program)
Indeed, the expected electrification of the American economy, coupled with a utility grid that is clearly not yet ready for vast growth in both facility load and electric vehicles, is pushing the call for a dramatic
The report discusses three trends in grid modernization actions taken in Q2 2025: (1) states mandating procurement of energy storage, (2) lawmakers implementing rules governing
Has the state incorporated microgrid planning into other policy processes, such as prioritizing microgrids as a resilience or distribution modernization solution, integrating them into resource planning, or
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