ABB launches new microgrid system to boost use of renewables
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7 years ago (2016-10-11)
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David Flin
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ABB has announced the launch of a modular and scalable plug-and-play microgrid solution to address the growing demand for flexible technology in the developing market for distributed power generation. The system can help maximise the use of renewable energy sources while reducing dependence on fossil fuels used by generator sets.
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ABB’s Microgrid Plus System is a networked control system, which the company described as being key for coordinating the operation of hybrid power stations, and successfully stabilising and integrating renewables into microgrids.
The unit manages the energy flow within a power network to ensure there is enough spinning reserve, step load capability, and balance between supply and demand in the power grid. It also optimises the average use of renewable energy, even when sources are intermittent.
ABB has integrated all the equipment required to run a microgrid – including Microgrid Plus, ABB’s power converter, dedicated control system, and battery storage – into a container for faster, easier, and safer deployment.
The customer can configure the microgrid to integrate energy from solar, wind, main grid, or diesel generator supply, based on the application and local conditions. The microgrid has four pre-designed variants in the range 50-4600 kW.