Microgrid Size Range

From 5kW to over 5MW+, with battery energy storage from 15kWh to 6MWh.

Utility-Grade Standards

Built to meet or exceed utility standards for performance and resilience, ensuring robust, reliable service even in the harshest conditions.

Cost-Effective Grid Hardening

With our EASI platform, utilities can rapidly evaluate the economic trade-offs between microgrid deployment and traditional infrastructure upgrades, such as undergrounding.

Distribution Microgrids

For areas with frequent outages or high-risk circuits, BoxPower’s distribution-connected microgrids provide local resilience. These systems serve as reliable, cost-effective alternatives to substation or line upgrades, reducing overall capital expenditures while improving service continuity.

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Remote Grid Standalone Power Systems

For remote or hard-to-reach areas, our standalone power systems replace overhead lines, providing a cleaner, more reliable energy source with reduced maintenance costs and wildfire risk.

Grid Connected Systems with Risk Reduction Benefits

BoxPower delivers grid-connected microgrid systems that enhance utility resilience while providing critical risk reduction capabilities. These systems are designed to support overall grid stability, ensuring continuous energy delivery even under extreme conditions.

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Off-Grid and Site-Specific Solutions

When traditional grid connections are impractical or too expensive, BoxPower offers off-grid microgrid systems tailored to your unique operational needs—delivering energy where and when it’s needed most.

Why Choose BoxPower?

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Your Bolt-On Microgrid Department

With over 40 microgrids deployed and 50+ in development, we act as an extension of your team, handling every aspect of microgrid deployment—from design and engineering to commissioning and operations.

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Utility-Grade Reliability

Our pre-engineered modular microgrids are built for extreme weather conditions and offer seamless integration with your existing infrastructure, minimizing risks and maximizing reliability.

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Goal-Driven Approach

Whether you’re prioritizing decarbonization, risk reduction, increased reliability, or cost-effective grid hardening alternatives, BoxPower delivers solutions tailored to your goals with a value-oriented focus.

The Benefits of Microgrids for Utility Operations

BoxPower microgrids provide utilities with a scalable and cost-effective approach to addressing grid challenges, enhancing resilience, and meeting customer needs.

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Grid Resilience

Mitigates risks from natural disasters and aging infrastructure with reliable, localized energy solutions.

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Cost-Effective Alternatives

Reduces capital expenditure compared to traditional grid hardening approaches like undergrounding.

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Clean Energy Integration

Supports decarbonization goals with renewable energy and storage solutions.

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Risk Reduction

Minimizes wildfire and outage risks with standalone or distribution-connected systems.

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Scalable Deployment

Standardized systems easily replicated across service territories, streamlining planning and implementation.

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Operational Efficiency

Simplifies remote monitoring, load balancing, and system optimization with advanced software tools.

Case Studies: Delivering Results for Utilities

1. Briceburg Microgrid – End-of-Line Rebuild

Problem: The Briceburg Fire destroyed several miles of PG&E’s distribution lines, with rebuild costs estimated at $2M–$5M per mile. Long-term generator use was not an option due to environmental restrictions.

Solution: BoxPower deployed a 99.999% reliable standalone microgrid featuring 32.5kW solar PV, 69kWh lithium-ion battery storage, and propane backup generation. This avoided costly grid rebuilds while improving power quality for five residents.

2. Pepperwood Preserve Microgrid – 100% Renewable Risk Reduction

Problem: Situated in a high wildfire risk area, the Pepperwood Preserve faced frequent outages, with undergrounding costs deemed impractical due to environmental concerns.

Solution: BoxPower deployed a 100% renewable microgrid with 17kW solar PV and 62kWh battery storage, providing resilience for critical ecological research and protecting the preserve’s operations during fire seasons.

3. Liberty Utilities Sagehen Microgrid – Seasonally Islanded System

Problem: Frequent outages and PSPS events impacted the Sagehen Research Station, where grid hardening costs were estimated at $3M–$4M per mile for upgrades.

Solution: A grid-tied microgrid featuring 20kW solar PV, 69kWh battery storage, and propane backup generation ensured 97% renewable energy while enabling seasonal islanding during wildfire season.

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Real Results, Proven Savings

BoxPower’s solutions have helped utilities achieve significant cost savings and energy resilience.

Why BoxPower?

Your Trusted Partner for Utility-Owned Microgrid Solutions

Why BoxPower?
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Proven Expertise in Utility Frameworks: Extensive experience deploying microgrids within utility-led grid hardening and resilience programs, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
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Streamlined Deployment Process: Our modular, pre-engineered systems reduce timelines from years to months, minimizing costs and accelerating benefits for utility customers.
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Data-Driven Optimization: Advanced software ensures optimal site selection, system performance, and ongoing monitoring to maximize reliability and efficiency.
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Turnkey Support: From feasibility and engineering to installation and lifetime maintenance, BoxPower serves as an extension of your team for seamless project execution.
“It would have cost about $3 million to harden the entire 4-mile line, which has 90 poles. By avoiding having to upgrade the line, the utility expects to save more than $2 million over the lifetime of the microgrid.”
Amanda Chee

Liberty Utilities