Microgrids work independently of the larger grid (although inter-connections are also possible) allowing almost anyone to build, own, and operate their own smart energy network.

Self-contained, small islands of generation, storage and distribution inside the existing grid–microgrids–could be the next big thing in electricity.

Microgrids—and, eventually, the integrated Smart Grid—will spread in part because they are built on the same digital technologies Industry 4.0 uses. Because all the components are digital, they all ...

The smart grid concept is predicated upon the pervasive use of advanced digital communication, information techniques, and artificial intelligence for the current power system to be more ...

Arnhem (the Netherlands), March 9, 2010 – KEMA has partnered with Dutch energy research center ECN, advanced software company Humiq and utility Essent to create a living smart grid demonstration ...

Siemens announced a Smart Grid Architecture Model (SGAM) which it is promoting as an open standards technical model for smart power generation, distribution and use. Siemens Infrastructure & Cities ...

The partners in May announced the project as the first planned nested microgrid installation in Canada that will integrate a full-scale, operational smart residential energy system.