High Desert Institute

Microgrids and Storage

Developing systems to produce, store, and distribute renewable energy locally, creating resilient islanded power networks.

Microgrids and Storage

The ability to generate power is only a third of the equation; the other two thirds are storing and distributing it. We are developing microgrid architectures that allow for the efficient storage and distribution of energy within a local community.

Our focus includes:

  • Battery Chemistry: Exploring various storage technologies suitable for stationary applications.
  • Power Management: Building controllers that can balance load and generation across multiple sources.
  • Resilience: Designing systems that can operate independently of the main grid (island mode) to ensure power security during outages.