News

The Wendy’s Microgrid: Beefing up Fast Food with On-Site Solar and Battery Storage
A Wendy’s location in California will soon join the growing list of quick service restaurants using microgrids to reduce emissions and save on energy costs.

Commercial EV Charging Report: Microgrids Provide Clear Path to Fleet Electrification
The consensus is clear: Some 75% of survey respondents say that electric grid limitations are a significant roadblock to the rollout of EV charging infrastructure.

Microgrid Pilot Program for National Restaurant Chain Rolls Out in California
A national fast-food restaurant chain is rolling out a microgrid pilot program at three California locations, testing energy resilience and cost savings.
Press Releases

SolMicroGrid to Provide Solar-Powered Microgrid Energy System to Wendy’s Restaurant in California
Microgrid system will provide clean, renewable energy and cost savings to Wasco, CA Wendy’s location operated by Dependable Foods through a combination of a PV solar array and an on-site battery energy storage system, all controlled by an intelligent energy management system.

SolMicroGrid Positions Itself for Future Growth with New Vice President of Business Development
Bill Gifford has joined SolMicroGrid as VP of Business Development to expand the company’s sales outreach and strategy. In this role he will provide better service to new clients and grow our existing customer base.

SolMicroGrid Expands Leadership Team with New Senior Vice President of Operations
With the recent appointment of Robert “Bob” Duva as Senior Vice President of Operations, SolMicroGrid is poised for even future growth. Duva brings extensive experience in construction, energy efficiency technologies, and renewables, ensuring that the company remains at the forefront of innovation.
Insights

Understanding Energy as a Service (EaaS)
EaaS allows customers to pay for energy solutions as a service, eliminating the need to own or manage energy infrastructure. This short piece explains how this differs from traditional power service models and the customer benefits of this innovative approach.

One Gen-Z Professional’s Path from Climate-Anxiety to Climate-Action: The Microgrid
This post from team member Sam Weinstein Zimbel explores how the looming fear of climate change motivated him towards actionable progress for a sustainable future at SolMicroGrid. There are many solar and renewable energy “solution myths” we often hear through social media that need to be debunked.

Is a Microgrid Right for Your Business? A Comprehensive Guide
Microgrids offer a scalable and customizable energy solution for businesses, allowing them to manage energy costs and enhance sustainability. By evaluating factors like load profile, utility rates, and site control, businesses can determine if a microgrid is the right choice to optimize their energy management and operations.