When people rely on a facility for help in an emergency, power outages are not an option. At the Nesmith Readiness Center, a reliable microgrid system ensures that the lights never go out, thanks to the coordination of solar and storage by the ARC microgrid control system.
The Nesmith Readiness Center provides administrative, training, recruiting, and family support space for the 162nd Combat Engineering Company of the Oregon National Guard. But this LEED Gold-certified facility is more than a training hub—it becomes a critical emergency response site for the National Guard, Red Cross, and other agencies during disasters. To fulfill this mission, power resilience is essential.
In the event of a grid outage, the ARC microgrid controller automatically detects the failure, islands the facility, and activates the site's solar powered microgrid and battery storage system to keep critical operations running. This seamless transition enables first responders and support teams to operate without interruption.
Under normal grid conditions, the ARC controller uses microgrid software to optimize energy usage against the utility tariff. This includes peak shaving and load shifting strategies that reduce demand charges and deliver ongoing monthly electrical savings.
The Nesmith Readiness Center is a strong example of how an advanced microgrid not only enhances operational reliability during crises but also delivers daily economic benefits as part of a long-term microgrid solution.
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