ABB plug-and-play microgrid solution

ABB has released a modular and scalable plug-and-play microgrid solution to address the globally growing demand for flexible technology in distributed power generation. The containerised solution is intended to maximise the use of renewable energy sources while reducing dependence on fossil fuels used by generator sets.

The technology incorporates the PowerStore battery and dedicated Microgrid Plus control system and a cloud-based remote service that not only provides power access to remote areas, but also offers secure, cost-efficient, uninterrupted power supply during both planned and unplanned power outages from the main grid supply.

All the equipment required to run the microgrid is integrated into a container for faster, easier and safer deployment and can be configured to integrate energy from solar, wind, main grid or diesel generator supply, based on the application and local conditions.

The modular microgrid is has four predesigned variants in the range of 50 to 4600 kW to meet varying customer needs. Standard integrated functionality includes grid-connected and off-grid operation with seamless transition.