REopt/Microgrid Analysis: Cooperative Research and Development Final Report CRADA Number: CRD-12-00480

Summary

The University of Colorado Boulder sought to evaluate the technical and economic potential of renewable energy generation and microgrid integration to enhance campus energy resiliency and meet ambitious carbon reduction goals. NREL conducted a comprehensive REopt assessment and preliminary microgrid modeling, analyzing various renewable energy technologies and storage options. The analysis, now completed, recommends solar PV, battery, and thermal energy storage for cost reduction and climate goals, finding that meeting the 2030 carbon reduction target will be significantly expensive, prompting consideration of off-campus solutions.

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