DURHAM,
N.C., Oct. 16, 2019
/PRNewswire/ -- PowerSecure, Inc., a subsidiary of Southern
Company, today announced the launch of Microgrid 360, a
state-of-the-art microgrid campus that optimizes PowerSecure's
vertically-integrated solutions and is itself an advanced
microgrid, consisting of ultra-clean and modular Tier 4 Final
engines, a solar array, fuel cells and battery energy storage
system, all managed by the company's proprietary PowerControl
platform.
Jim Smith, group executive
of PowerSecure, commented on how this new capability supports the
goals of PowerSecure's customers.
"Our customers benefit because we optimize
time-to-successful-implementation by vertically integrating the
right expertise in-house, from concept and design through microgrid
management," Smith said. "This 360-degree lifecycle approach allows
us to develop a superior microgrid for our customers and deliver it
in about half the time it would take other microgrid
providers."
As the largest commercial microgrid developer in the U.S.,
PowerSecure has installed over 2 gigawatts and currently controls
1.6 gigawatts of distributed generation systems across the country.
All of this experience went into developing the advanced microgrid
that powers Microgrid 360.
"When customers visit Microgrid 360, it becomes clear to
them that we are the product innovators and solution architects
that can help them devise the right system to maximize reliability,
economic value and durability," said Eric
Dupont, chief commercial officer for PowerSecure. "As a
company that centrally monitors and manages our customers'
microgrids 24/7/365 and provides a national field service team, we
have the unique advantage of knowing what products and components
really stand the test of time."
To learn more about Microgrid 360 and to set up a tour,
visit microgrid360.com
About PowerSecure
PowerSecure, a Southern Company subsidiary, is a pioneer
in developing distributed energy systems and in the integration of
multiple energy resources for advanced microgrid deployments. Over
its 18 year history, PowerSecure has gained 85% of the US market
share for installed microgrid sites. The company offers a lifecycle
approach to microgrid solutions, and designs, builds, owns and
operates microgrids including on-site generation with ultra clean
diesel Tier 4 Final, natural gas generation systems, fuel cell
energy systems, battery energy storage, and renewable energy. In
addition, PowerSecure offers energy efficiency services to optimize
the energy load of its customer facilities.
About Southern Company
Southern Company (NYSE: SO) is a leading energy company
serving 9 million customers through its subsidiaries. The company
provides clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy through
electric operating companies in three states, natural gas
distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation
company serving wholesale customers across America, a leading
distributed energy infrastructure company, a fiber optics network
and telecommunications services. Southern Company brands are known
for excellent customer service, high reliability and affordable
prices below the national average. For more than a century, we have
been building the future of energy and developing the full
portfolio of energy resources, including carbon-free nuclear,
advanced carbon capture technologies, natural gas, renewables,
energy efficiency and storage technology. Through an
industry-leading commitment to innovation and a low-carbon future,
Southern Company and its subsidiaries develop the customized energy
solutions our customers and communities require to drive growth and
prosperity. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of
those we serve at the center of everything we do and govern our
business to the benefit of our world. Our corporate culture and
hiring practices have been recognized nationally by the U.S.
Department of Defense, G.I. Jobs magazine, DiversityInc, Black
Enterprise, Forbes and the Women's Choice Award. To learn more,
visit www.southerncompany.com.
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