Indiana municipal services provider Fort Wayne City Utilities has commissioned its first integrated microgrid system with help from energy solutions company Solential Energy.
Solential Energy leveraged its proprietary Critical Load Evaluation and Assessment Report (CLEAR) process to facilitate the connection between three facilities and create a unified energy network. It integrated City Utilities’ existing biogas plant with newly added solar panels, battery storage, and advanced smart controls.
The microgrid system is designed to provide City Utilities with reliable renewable energy, allowing the utility to manage energy demand accurately, store excess energy for peak usage times, and maintain operations during grid outages.
“City Utilities was initially exploring more traditional energy upgrades,” said Jim Shaw, President of Solential Energy, in a statement. “When we evaluated their needs and showed them the scalability, cost savings, and resilience benefits of an integrated microgrid, it was a game-changer. Our mission is to think beyond the obvious and deliver solutions that exceed expectations.”
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