Pre-registration required.  Cost of the course is $195.00.  Click here to register.

This 3-hour course will equip participants with foundational skills to design, analyze, and finance cost-effective, reliable, and sustainable microgrid systems through hands-on learning. Participants will work through interactive case studies and real-world applications using microgrid modeling and control software. These case studies will provide practical insights into managing diverse energy resources, optimizing energy dispatch and tariffs, and integrating technologies.

Part 1: Foundational Microgrid Modeling for Single-Node and Data Center Projects
Time: 1:00-2:30 PM
Description:
This beginner to intermediate-level session introduces the fundamentals of microgrid design, focusing on single-node and data center projects. Participants will gain a clear understanding of microgrids, their role in energy resilience, and the challenges of designing efficient systems. Using Xendee DESIGN, instructors will guide attendees through two real-world case studies: a single-node military installation and a data center project. These case studies will provide practical insights into managing diverse energy resources, optimizing energy dispatch and tariffs, and integrating technologies like solar PV, battery storage, generators, and emerging distributed energy resources (DERs).

Part 2: Long-Term Financial Modeling and Strategies for Microgrid Projects

Time: 2:45 – 4:00 PM
Description:
Part 2 will explore the financial considerations and modeling techniques required to ensure microgrid project feasibility. Participants will learn to evaluate common financing structures, key financial metrics (e.g., Net Present Value, Payback Year, Break-Even Year), and emerging models like Energy-as-a-Service (EaaS) and Charging-as-a-Service (CaaS). Using microgrid modeling and control software, the team will conduct a deep-dive analysis of a real-world case study, demonstrating how technical optimization translates into financial performance and providing practical skills to secure financing and ensure long-term economic success.