Microgrid Overview
When the main electric grid loses power, the microgrid goes into island mode (i.e., operates independently of the main electric grid) and serves its own customers with the generation and other
State Microgrid Policy, Programmatic, and Regulatory Framework
This framework provides relevant background information for State Energy Offices and PUC consideration, regardless of their state''s microgrid landscape, through examples from peers as states
MICROGRIDS POLICY PROGRESS IN THE STATES
“icrogrid solutions could improve grid resiliency, especially for customers in wildfire prone areas or on a utility''s worst performing feeder, and would thus benefit Kansas ratepayers.”
NARUC and NASEO Release Microgrid Framework
The State Microgrid Policy, Programmatic and Regulatory Framework will help public utility commissions and State Energy Offices with microgrid policy and regulation development.
State Policy Innovations Crucial to Adoption of Microgrid Technology
Microgrids can improve resilience, decarbonization and affordability of the electric grid, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. However, legacy state energy policies remain a barrier
STATE SCORECARD 2024
a meaningful solution for the operational needs of the state electric grid and the fundamental architecture of the grid supports robust contributions from distrib-uted energy resources and microgrids.
Cataloging US state policy patterns towards microgrid deployment
One of these solutions is microgrids that can disconnect from the grid and offer grid resilience during an outage. While this technology is still finding its footing in the industry, states
The 50 States of Grid Modernization Q2 2025: States
The quarterly series provides insights on state regulatory and legislative discussions and actions on grid modernization, utility business model
The 50 States of Grid Modernization Q2 2025: States Pursue Rules for
The quarterly series provides insights on state regulatory and legislative discussions and actions on grid modernization, utility business model and rate reforms, energy storage, microgrids,
Microgrid Legislative Snapshot
Download this snapshot to understand the new microgrid legislative decision on climate goals, emission reduction and more, across the states.
STATE SCORECARD 2023
ation of microgrids. The U.S. Department of Energy has advanced a vision that by 2035, microgrids will be the core building block of a transformed grid where 30-50% of electricity generation comes from d.
US Microgrid Market Analysis
The state has implemented streamlined interconnection procedures specifically for microgrids, reducing bureaucratic hurdles and expediting approval processes.