Local Energy Networks ::
Qurrent specializes in Decentralized Renewable Energy systems. We develop devices, software and services that enable the creation of small Local Energy Networks. Within these networks, which are mostly privately owned, Qurrent members exchange energy to maximize the efficiency of the energy they produce.
In a Local Energy Network multiple houses or office buildings are connected into a cluster. Within the LEN, energy can be exchanged freely.
:: Connection to the utility grid
A Local Energy Network is basically a mini-grid that is connected to the utility grid through one connection. Therefore, electricity can first be exchanged the cluster members before surplus capacities have to be sold back to the grid. Of course, when the cluster as a whole isn't producing enough energy, then additional energy will be brought in through the grid.
:: Sharing capacities
Sharing energy with other members optimizes the efficiency of your system. For instance, at noon both your solar panels and wind turbines are probably producing a lot of electricity. However, because you're at work, normally nobody would be using any and so the power would be sold back to the grid. By using the subtle differences in consumption profiles between members, surplus capacity for one member can be filling up shortages at another member. And an hour later the situation could be reversed.
:: Benefits
The benefits for Decentralized Renewable Energy and Local Energy Networks are very clear and simple:
- It is clean energy
- It is efficient energy
- It is reliable energy
- Controllable costs
- Scalable infrastructure and system
Click here for more information about these benefits.
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