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4 FAQs about Microgrid Forum

What is the microgrid & off-grid Innovation Forum?

The 20th edition of the Microgrid & Off-Grid Innovation Forum, September 30 - October 1, 2025 in Austin, TX brings together technology innovators, project developers, utilities, energy providers and policy makers for focused networking and in-depth information sharing at the cutting edge of microgrids in North America.

Why do we need microgrids & off-grid energy systems?

As data centers, EV uptake, electrification of industrial processes and other factors drive growth in demand for electricity in North America, microgrids and off-grid energy systems are seen as a key solution.

What is defined as a microgrid?

According to the Department of Energy (DoE), a microgrid is defined as 'a group of interconnected loads and distributed energy resources within clearly defined electrical boundaries that acts as a single controllable entity with respect to the grid'. This definition outlines a microgrid as a self-contained system capable of operating independently from the main power grid or in parallel with it.

What is the global microgrid market size?

Indeed, the global microgrid market size was estimated at $76.88 billion in 2023, and the market in North America is forecast to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 16.2% from 2024 to 2030.*

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