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Summary
First of all, what is a microgrid? It’s a localized electrical network that includes both generators and loads — for example, a college campus that has its own sources that can power some or all of the buildings.
Microgrids come in two main flavors: those that run completely independent of any external power sources (permanently islanded) and those that can run either independently (islanded) or connected to the main power grid.
A microgrid needs to have a steady, reliable source of power. Cogeneration, also known as combined heat and power (CHP), is a commonly used technology. It either uses waste steam from industrial processes to run an electrical turbine or waste steam from the turbine as a source of heat, which can be used by nearby buildings.
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