The smart grid components going directly into the home would add about 10 percent to overall smart grid investment in the high - cost scenario. (scientificamerican.com)
«The industry is not ready today,» says Tanti Tulsi, Suzlon CEO, although he also notes that part of that is difficulties in securing permits as well as a lack of grid investment and available funds. (scientificamerican.com)
Another major advantage of microgrids is the opportunity they offer to defer large - scale grid investments in areas that have a weak connection to the main electricity grid. (wemeanbusinesscoalition.org)