A hybrid, off-grid renewable energy system is being deployed by New Zealand electricity distributor Powerco as a cost effective alternative to installing 2km of transmission
For the first time since announcing its Own & Operate strategy in May 2024, Energy Vault has secured $28 million in project financing for its Calistoga Resiliency Center
In June 2025, Scale Microgrids secured US$ 275 million in project financing from multiple lenders including KeyBanc Capital Markets, Cadence Bank, New York Green Bank, Investec,
Joe Williams, distributed energy resources product manager at Eaton, shares insights on microgrid financing, power purchase agreements and energy-as-a-service. The value of microgrids is clear — all around the world,
Significant financial investments further underscore the sector''s momentum. In June 2025, Scale Microgrids secured an impressive US$ 275 million in project financing from a
The financing, led by CIT, backs a 50MW fleet of behind-the-meter, battery storage systems located in certain grid-constrained pockets of the West Los Angeles Basin service territory of
Energy Vault Achieves Successful Close of $28 million in Project Financing for the Calistoga Resiliency Center, the World''s First Ultra-Long Duration Hybrid Green Hydrogen
Kickstart Your Federal Microgrid Project: Financing Opportunities and Best Practices Recent high-impact events such as hurricanes and wild res have resulted in the loss of utility grid power to
Transpower is a New Zealand-based State-Owned Enterprise that specializes in electricity transmission and engages in project management and the development of electrical
Gerard Pike, HSF''s lead finance and offtake partner on the matter, added, "it was great to help Nova and Meridian achieve great terms and financial close on this greenfields
Energy Vault Holdings Inc. (NYSE: NRGV) ("Energy Vault" or the "Company"), a leader in sustainable, grid-scale energy storage solutions, announced the successful close of
Energy Vault Achieves Successful Close of $28 million in Project Financing for the Calistoga Resiliency Center, the World''s First Ultra-Long Duration Hybrid Green Hydrogen Energy Storage Microgrid serving California''s
As previously announced, Energy Vault has executed binding agreements to monetize additional ITC tax credits and secure project financing for its Cross Trails and Customer R&D Center microgrid
Fundamentals Microgrid Financing, at its most elementary Statement, refers to the methods and strategies employed to secure the necessary capital for the development,
In the specific context of Aotearoa New Zealand, community microgrids exhibit the potential to significantly improve energy resilience and self-sufficiency. This article outlines the evidence-based benefits, challenges, and
These are questions worth asking because of where microgrids sit in the renewable energy generation equation. It is acknowledged that alternative renewable generation is needed to meet electricity demands that
Meridian Energy, a New Zealand state-owned energy company, has completed the development of its 100MW/200MWh 2-hour duration Ruakākā BESS.
Significant financial investments further underscore the sector''s momentum. In June 2025, Scale Microgrids secured an impressive US$ 275 million in project financing from a
World''s First Microgrid-in-a-Box Sets New Standards for Energy Independence and Local Manufacturing Brisbane, AUSTRALIA – 2 June 2025 —China''s Nebula Electronics Co., Ltd., Germany''s ambibox GmbH, and
Middle East Microgrid Market Summary The Middle East microgrid market was estimated at approximately USD 6.67 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 16.00 billion by 2033,
Infratec has an extensive portfolio of micro-grid projects. We offer concept design, consultancy and development, detailed design, installation through to operation and maintenance support.
Build new generation or storage assets, recognising that renewables could be an expensive option, but the investment case for new gas turbines is currently difficult.
The United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) is developing the project in partnership with PNG Power Limited and the autonomous government of Bougainville, with funding from the Australian and
MQG Macquarie Group Limited Macquarie Capital, Advanced Microgrid Solutions and CIT Close Industry-First Battery Storage Project Financing
Community energy trading, as practiced in New Zealand and proposed in Henderson, Colorado, is a "bold reimagining" that can cut costs, promote community well-being and yield environmental advantages,
The financing, led by CIT, backs a 50MW fleet of behind-the-meter, battery storage systems located in certain grid-constrained pockets of the West Los Angeles Basin
Joe Williams, distributed energy resources product manager at Eaton, shares insights on microgrid financing, power purchase agreements and energy-as-a-service. The
Scale Microgrids, a vertically-integrated distributed energy company, has closed $275 million in new project financing, bringing their total financing raised to date to over $1
Federal Funding for Microgrids and DERs is Disappearing. Here are Some Other Funding Options While federal funding for microgrids and distributed energy resources (DER) is shrinking, microgrid seekers–especially
Key announce-ments from the summit included a commitment to establish Invest New Zealand, an agency to support foreign investors and streamline the regulatory process, and an indication
Microgrids utilise battery systems to store electricity generated on-site, offering a more efficient alternative to traditional power systems. They can deliver stored electricity during outages or when demand on the grid surges. These
The grids need to be managed to tell solar system where to send power, how much to send, monitor it, and charge the end user for it (if that energy is shared). All that is available now and is operating in NZ, Brendan says. “Microgrids are here to stay and we will be seeing more of them,” he believes.
This potential is further supported by rigorous scientific research, which highlights their capacity to enhance energy resilience, reliability, and sustainability. In the specific context of Aotearoa New Zealand, community microgrids exhibit the potential to significantly improve energy resilience and self-sufficiency.
Microgrid systems can offer access to energy, increased autonomy from the electricity network, increased reliability, resiliency to climate change impacts (e.g. cyclones), reduced electricity bills, lower green-house gas emissions, and environmental stewardship. Infratec has an extensive portfolio of micro-grid projects.
The potential for innovation in energy storage and smart grid technology will further enhance our ability to meet rising electricity demands, while maintaining cost-effectiveness. With an established pipeline of ambitious projects already underway, spanning various renewable sectors, a cleaner energy future is firmly in our sights.
Added to that is the fact that microgrids being trialled in New Zealand tend to be solar powered and solar, it appears, is king. In 2017 solar became the leading form of new utility energy generation in the world. Energy sources, other than solar, can feed microgrids.
Microgrids are energy distribution systems which only involve a small group of connections. They can operate independently or be connected to a larger grid. Picture, for example, solar panels on a rooftop, accompanied by battery power to store generated energy. That power can then be used by the property owner, and even sold to others nearby.
