Energy Systems

The world is seeing a huge growth in micro-grids as consumers increasingly use local sources of generation to supply their power.

A micro-grid helps to balance local supply and demand by linking consumers with sources of power and energy storage, through the use of smart communication and control systems. This gives clients the ability to link demand with generation and bypass utility companies where the grid is a problem. 

Micro-grids are attractive because they bypass the high costs and long consenting times involved with building electricity grid infrastructure, such as pylons, to increase the capacity of the national grid. Nova has developed a successful micro-grid system on the shores of Bluemull Sound in Shetland - you can learn more here. With real-world experience of micro-grids, our team can provide solutions in energy systems including design, development, and installation of micro-grids.

Energy System Services

Nova provides a complete service from concept to delivery, including:

• Resource and system assessment for micro-grids

• Full system design, including power electronics, balance of plant, grid connection, power distribution and protection, private wires, electric vehicle charging, energy storage integration and grid-islanding

• Design for hardware instrumentation, monitoring and control systems

• Full project development, from planning to installation and commissioning

• Stakeholder engagement, including engagement with regulators and local utilities

Key Benefits:

•  Local energy - power created by local tides and other forms of renewables can be used to meet the energy demand of clients.

•  Local solutions - Nova can deliver micro-grid systems to service remote clients with clean predictable electricity, bringing economic, environmental and social benefits.