RE:BIC Indiana This is supported by Duke Energy and a couple others and this is only 6 month old news. Phase 1 MicroGrid (Completed): The goal of the Phase 1 was intended to
address the lack of development of algorithms and controls to aggregate distributed
energy storage with distributed generation which could enhance reliability in a cost
effective manner. Initially 5 unique complete ESS systems for the development of
the software (algorithms).
Environment:
• HV Test Equipment (AV900s, Programable RLC Load, Solar Simulator, 1MW Grid
Scale Inverter)
• 5 Initial ESSs and Inverters
• Residential: Iguana/LG Chem (LiIon), Tabuchi (LiIon)
• Commercial: GexPro/LG Chem (LiIon)/Ideal Power, Imergy (Flow)/SMA,
EaglePicher/Outback Power (PbAcid/Hybrid Portable)
• 1Energy and MESA actively customizing SW profiles
• Selected as 1st MESA Interoperability Test Center
• Overcoming initial industry struggles of MESA compliance
• Offsite installations of 2 systems post phase
• Northwestern HS and WonderLabs
• Installation and commissioning expertise
• Collaborating with industry on standard(s) and further developments.
• PlugnLearn Environment
• Operation and maintenance of the grid systems