DC Grid
What is a microgrid?
“A microgrid is a group of interconnected loads and distributed energy resources within clearly defined electrical boundaries that act as a single controllable entity with respect to the grid. A microgrid can connect and disconnect from the grid to enable it to operate in both grid-connected or island mode.” –U.S. Department of Energy
A microgrid takes a property off the main power grid, using a smaller redundant grid that is generated by several local sources with most of them being #renewable.
Alternegy can convert your existing AC infrastructure into a DC microgrid, enabling reduced energy waste and creating a smart building that is truly reliable and off-grid.
Now is the time for DC power distribution in buildings.
With the cost of electricity constantly on the rise and most ‘green’ devices such as solar panels and LEDs already producing and consuming DC power, Alternegy can significantly lower your costs while increasing reliability and lifetime.
What are the Benefits?
Why add DC?
Alternative power generation and device consumption become more efficient, with a smaller system size by consolidating or eliminating the poor and highly fractionated power conversion from DC to AC.
Why low-voltage?
Greatly simplified and less expensive class-2 wiring and device protection can be used, which greatly reduces spark and fire hazards and eliminates shock/startle hazards.
‘Hot-swap’ plug-and-play connectivity that can be embedded into existing building elements and structures.