E-Finity Distributed Generation (www.e-finity.com), Capstone's exclusive distributor for the Mid-Atlantic,
'We continue to see the rise of microgrids or decentralized groups of electricity sources and loads that operate connected to the grid and those that operate in standalone or island mode as we see in this project,' said
The redevelopment project consists of a new public housing community, offering 84 apartments across 14 buildings on 10.6 acres of land. Funding for the project was provided in part by federal Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery funds to support unmet needs in housing, infrastructure, and economic revitalization following hurricane disasters. The housing community redesign features increased energy efficiency, reduced emissions, and improved resiliency while meeting National Green
An on-site microgrid will feature four propane-fueled C65 Capstone microturbines, a 1,247-kWh battery energy storage system, and 584 kW of solar photovoltaic cells, which, when paired with E-Finity's mTIM controller, creates the 'perfect balance' microgrid solution. The microturbine-powered energy solution will provide 100% of the development's power, independent of the local utility grid.
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'The combination of these technologies creates the 'perfect balance' microgrid providing ownership with one of the lowest cost and most reliable source of power available,' said
Now more than ever, customers recognize the need to reduce the operational risks of grid outages caused by unpredictable weather. Recognizing resilience as a key component to economic infrastructure development, customers are finding E-Finity's microturbine energy solutions to be excellent candidates for on-site power generation in the
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