Abstract: Microgrids and methods for controlling a microgrid. One example method includes receiving, from a utility source or a microgrid source, a supply of power and determining a condition affecting the supply of power to the microgrid. The condition relates to a fault in a distribution loop of the microgrid or a loss of voltage from the utility source. The method also includes supplying, using a short-term energy store of the microgrid, power to a load of the microgrid in response to determining the condition. The method also includes executing a remedial control sequence based on the condition that is determined. After performing the remedial control sequence, supply of power to the microgrid from the utility source or the microgrid source is restored.

Abstract: Microgrids and methods for controlling a microgrid. In one example, a microgrid includes a microgrid controller, a primary junction, a high-voltage supply line, a high-voltage output line, one or more switchgear connecting the primary junction to at least one other component of the microgrid, a plurality of photovoltaic (PV) panels, a breaker connected to the plurality of PV panel inverters, a first load connected to the breaker, and one or more battery banks. In some instances, the microgrid includes a ground bank transformer configured to provide a ground current path. Each of the plurality of PV panels is connected to one of a plurality of PV panel inverters. Each of the battery banks may include a plurality of battery cells.