4 FAQs about Microgrid Outdoor Cabinet Hybrid Government Procurement

What is a microgrid procurement model?

Deploying microgrids is a key resilience objective for the DoD. Existing EUL and PPA procurement authorities for microgrids can be combined into an Energy as a Service procurement model. The EaaS model draws from the EUL's authority to execute land leases for the siting of energy infrastructure (microgrids) on DoD installations.

How does a microgrid work?

The core consists of three parts - photovoltaic power generation, energy storage batteries, and charging piles. These three parts form a microgrid, using photovoltaic power generation to store electricity in the energy storage battery. When needed, the energy storage battery supplies the electricity to the charging pile.

Can energy as a service finance a DoD microgrid project?

Now that we've established the basis for Energy as a Service procurement authority for the DoD, we can also bring in third-party financing for DoD microgrid projects. Doing so frees up the limited MILCON (Military Construction) and ERCIP (Energy Resilience Conservation Investment Program) funds for other projects.

Are private project finance & microgrids a newcomer in the DoD infrastructure World?

Private project finance and microgrids are both newcomers in the DoD infrastructure world. The good news for the DoD is that it's not starting from scratch; there are current deal structures, private equity & debt finance options, and existing procurement authorities to build from.

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