Microgrid consultation

Q: How do I contact a community microgrid?

Contact communitymicrogrids@pge.com to request the form. What is a community microgrid? A community microgrid is a group of customers and Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) within clearly defined electrical boundaries with the ability to disconnect from and reconnect to the grid.

4 FAQs about Microgrid consultation

What is a community microgrid?

A community microgrid is a group of customers and Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) within clearly defined electrical boundaries with the ability to disconnect from and reconnect to the grid. These microgrids are typically designed to provide energy resilience to important community facilities, such as:

How do I contact a community microgrid?

Contact [email protected] to request the form. What is a community microgrid? A community microgrid is a group of customers and Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) within clearly defined electrical boundaries with the ability to disconnect from and reconnect to the grid.

What is defined as a microgrid?

According to the Department of Energy (DoE), a microgrid is defined as 'a group of interconnected loads and distributed energy resources within clearly defined electrical boundaries that acts as a single controllable entity with respect to the grid'. This definition outlines a microgrid as a self-contained system capable of operating independently from the main power grid or in parallel with it.

How long does it take to build a community microgrid?

A community microgrid involves deep technical and contractual collaboration with the utility and can take 3-5 years or more to develop. Key players that you will eventually need to assemble as part of your team include: Email us at [email protected] to begin the conversation and learn more.