About the microgrid defense

What is a tactical microgrid?

The tactical microgrid is a warfighter-operated and maintained power system consisting of a mobile, flexible group of interconnected power generation sources, distribution, energy storage and load devices that act as a single, controllable system to provide electricity on the battlefield.

Can microgrids improve energy resiliency?

(Marqusee, Schultz, & Robyn, 2017) Microgrids can enhance energy resiliency by providing energy surety (i.e., loads have certain access to energy) and survivability (i.e., energy is resilient and durable in the face of potential damage).

Are DoD installations pursuing microgrids to meet energy resiliency goals?

Department of Defense Instruction 4170.111 requires installations to be more energy resilient, and as a result, many installations are pursuing microgrids to meet their energy resiliency goals and requirements. This report provides a resource for stakeholders involved in analyzing and developing microgrid projects at DoD installations.

What is a microgrid in a global war on Terrorism?

A microgrid is an independent energy system, which at a minimum consists of electrical generation and distribution assets. The stationary microgrids of the Global War on Terrorism, built on forward operating bases, are not up to the demands of maneuver-centric multi-domain conflicts.

What is a microgrid & how will it work?

The microgrid will be operational and provide power to the critical loads for at least two weeks with on-site fuel. Upon restoration of utility power, critical loads will be seamlessly reconnected to the utility grid. As much of the existing clean energy as is technically feasible will be incorporated into the microgrid.

Is microgrid knowledge a good idea for the military?

So far, it's one of the military's climate promises showing the most achievement. Microgrid Knowledge is covering several movements along this energy front, including the work at the Joint Forces Training Base in Los Alamitos, California.