Microgrids
Microgrids are increasingly used by organizations that cannot afford power disruption or rising energy volatility. Benefits often include:
- Increased resilience during utility outages
- Reduced energy costs through optimization and peak management
- Support for sustainability and carbon‑reduction goals
- Greater control over energy strategy and long‑term flexibility
Whether the goal is protection, efficiency, sustainability—or all three—a microgrid creates a smarter and more adaptable energy foundation.
What is a Microgrid?
A modern microgrid is built from several complementary components working together:
Solar Power
Solar energy provides low‑cost, emissions‑free power during daylight hours. In a microgrid, solar can directly support facility loads, reduce utility dependence, and help recharge batteries.
Batteries
Battery storage delivers fast‑acting power for short‑duration outages, load shifting, and energy optimization. Batteries also help smooth transitions between energy sources and provide ride‑through capability until generators come online when needed.
Generators
Natural gas or diesel generators provide long‑duration backup power and ensure resilience during extended outages. In a microgrid, generators operate more efficiently by running only when required—and often at optimized load levels—rather than as standalone backup assets.
Intelligent Controls & Software
The control system is the “brain” of the microgrid. It monitors conditions across all assets and automatically dispatches solar, batteries, generators, and grid power in the most effective sequence. Advanced controls also enable remote monitoring, data insights, and future flexibility as energy needs evolve.
What CPC Brings to a Microgrid
CPC’s strategic partnerships with industry-leading OEMs provides the core infrastructure and intelligence that make microgrids work as a unified system. This includes:
- Industrial generators engineered for critical and long‑duration power
- Battery energy storage systems designed for resilience and performance
- Advanced microgrid controllers and software that coordinate all assets
- System integration expertise to ensure reliable, code‑compliant operation
Our partnership with Generac allows us to leverage their ecosystem approach, these components work together—while also supporting integration with solar and other distributed energy resources as part of a complete, future‑ready solution.