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Overview of Functional Technical Requirements for Intentional Islands
This document provides an overview of intentional islands, otherwise known as microgrids. The topics covered include common types of microgrid configurations, high level summaries of standards that address some aspect of microgrid implementation and interconnection, and a discussi...
Narang, D. et al NLR
Nov 30, 2022
The Distributed Energy Resource Risk Manager
The Distributed Energy Resource Risk Manager is an assessment and mitigation framework developed by NREL to help organizations identify and manage risks across the lifecycle of DER projects. The tool addresses technical, operational, financial, and cybersecurity risks through a se...
NLR
Jul 31, 2022
Microgrid and Integrated Microgrid Systems Program
This program report from the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Electricity summarizes initiatives aimed at advancing microgrids and integrated microgrid systems. It describes program goals, funded projects, research areas, and partnerships. The program seeks to develop technol...
U.S. Department of Energy
Dec 31, 2021
Prevention of Unintentional Islands in Power Systems with Distributed Resources
This resource examines the phenomenon of unintentional islanding when a portion of the grid continues to be energized by distributed energy resources during a larger outage. It describes potential risks to safety and equipment, reviews existing standards and detection methods, and...
Kroposki, B. NLR
Aug 23, 2016
The Advanced Microgrid: Integration and Interoperability
Produced by Sandia National Laboratories, this paper examines the concept of the advanced microgrid and the need for integration and interoperability across hardware, software, and communications interfaces. It discusses the evolution from traditional islanded microgrids to system...
Bower, W. et al Sandia National Laboratories
Feb 28, 2014
Utility Grid Operator Resources for Future Power Systems Webinar Series
With funding from the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Policy, NLR hosted a webinar series for utility engineers, planners, operators, and industry leaders to gain insights from experts, explore cutting-edge research, and participate in Q&A sessions.
Mendoza Carrilo, I. et al NLR
Jun 04, 2025
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Cyber Security Primer for DER Vendors, Aggregators, and Grid Operators
This report provides an introduction to cyber security for distributed energy resources (DER)—such as photovoltaic (PV) inverters and energy storage systems (ESS). This material is motivated by the need to assist DER vendors, aggregators, grid operators, and broader PV industry ...
Carter, C. et al Sandia National Laboratories
Jul 31, 2017
Analysis of Microgrid Performance, Reliability, and Resilience (AMPeRRe) Computational Model: Novel Analytical Model to Forecast the Outcomes of Installation Power Grids
Federal facilities, industrial areas, academic campuses, and communities are working to incorporate greater renewable energy sources and energy storage in their power infrastructure. While renewable sources of energy can—and do—support several facilities, uncertainty still exi...
Bozada, T. et al
Nov 30, 2024
Microgrid Controller Survey Report: 2024 Update
In the past decade, the number of microgrids deployed by electric utilities, end-use customers, and third parties has been increasing significantly both in the US and worldwide. The increase is driven by various reasons, such as carbon emission reduction, energy efficiency improve...
Liu, G. and Starke, M. Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Mar 31, 2024
Coupled Transmission and Distribution Simulations To Assess Distributed Energy Resource To Power System Faults
This resource describes a methodology that couples transmission and distribution system simulations to assess how distributed energy resources (DER) affect power-system fault responses. By linking detailed distribution models with bulk power system models, researchers can evaluate...
Kenyon, R. et al University of Colorado Boulder
Nov 30, 2020
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