Erie County to Deploy Microgrid at Rath Building with e2Companies R3Di® System
May 22 2024 - 7:00AM
e2Companies, a leading provider of integrated
solutions for power generation and distribution, and its
subsidiary, Palm Energy, are leading a
Microgrid and
Resiliency Solutions Project for the Erie County
Department of Public Works, which aims to increase power
reliability at their buildings in Western New York.
This initiative begins with the need for a more
reliable, cost-effective alternative for backup power generation at
the Edward A. Rath County Office Building, a
16-story building that houses many of the county’s public offices.
e2Companies will install its patented R3Di® System to provide
uninterruptible, conditioned power for the building. In addition,
the R3Di® System will incorporate a new rooftop solar array, making
it a turnkey microgrid, further enabling flexibility for the
utility during times of emergency grid conditions. e2Companies
combines the system with grid optimization software and services to
strategically dispatch power based on weather, market pricing, and
grid conditions to make it a full-service Virtual Utility®, the
first utility-grade network of Distributed Energy Resources
designed to deliver full visibility and control with a turnkey,
integrated solution.
As part of a long-term partnership
stemming from this project, e2Companies and Palm Energy will
evaluate Microgrid power needs for other facilities across Erie
County and recommend solutions that may include on-site power
systems, which will enhance their reliability and sustainability,
and in turn energy costs and savings.
“In addition to no longer having to worry about
providing power to a mission-critical building, Erie County is able
to use our expertise to participate in market programs that may not
have been feasible in the past,” said Jeffrey Bonerb, Vice
President of Strategic Business Partnerships at
e2Companies. “Our solutions are available to commercial,
industrial, and government entities across New York State, and we
are excited to expand our portfolio in the NYISO territory.”
e2Companies will partner with 34 Group, a New York
State-certified Minority Business Enterprise led by Hall of Fame
running back Thurman Thomas, to manage the
construction of other projects identified through their ongoing
assessments. “The project aligns well with 34 Group’s mission to
build stronger communities by investing in construction that serves
the public good and creates more local jobs,” Thomas said.
Erie County Public Works Commissioner
William Geary said the Microgrid and Resiliency Solutions
Project is an innovative partnership that sets a foundation for the
county to continue being good stewards to the community during this
global energy transition.
"Collaborating with e2Companies, Palm Energy, and
34 Group brings together the expertise and resources needed to
propel our energy projects to success, leveraging each partner's
strengths for a more sustainable future,” Geary said.
About e2Companiese2Companies is
accelerating the energy transition with Virtual Utility®, the first
utility-grade network of distributed energy resources that delivers
Grid 3.0, autonomous grid stability. e2Companies’ patented
technology, the R3Di® System, provides a synthetic utility BUS with
inertia for continuous on-site power and seamless resiliency. The
R3Di® System is continuously monitored by the Grove365 to optimize
resources, track ESG targets, and unlock new revenue opportunities
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www.e2companies.com.
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