„This book is a must read resource for anyone interestedin the design and operation of microgrids and the integration ofrenewable resources into the power grid “
--Sakis Meliopoulos, Distinguished Professor at GeorgiaTech School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, USA
„This book not only explains in a very good way what amicrogrid is, it also explains how microgrids work and how to buildthem. The book is written by an impressive group of experts in thefield and the contents is equally impressive. Whether you want toknow just a bit about microgrids, or a lot about microgrids, thisbook is highly recommended reading. Even those not interested inmicrogrids might find a lot of interesting material in thisbook“
--Math Bollen, Fellow IEEE, Professor, LuleåUniversity of Technology, Skellefteå, Sweden
„This book is the culmination of the work of leadingexperts in various aspects of Microgrids. It is based on sixyears of work funded by the European Commission. The concept andrationale of Microgrids are discussed in a way that is accessibleto both the specialist and non-specialist. Various technicalaspects of Microgrids are investigated in detail includingarchitectures, operation and control, protection as well as socialand economic benefits. The book is unique in the way it uses casestudies of Microgrid pilot sites around the world to test andvalidate various operational and control approaches under real lifeconditions. The lessons learnt from the pilot sites are alsocaptured and can be used to inform future work. The book comes atan opportune time as it deals with many issues that provide thebedrock for smart grids. It covers the key defining features offuture power systems which are likely to be characterised bydecentralised electricity supply with significant roles forrenewable energy, storage and demands side participation leading tothe brave new world of so-called “democratisation of energysupply„. Professionals and students alike, embarking on acareer either in industry or research on sustainable energy systemsin which smart grid concepts will play an increasingly centralrole, will find this book essential reading and an invaluablecompanion“
--Dr Joseph Mutale, Senior Lecturer Electrical Energy andPower Systems, University of Manchester, UK
„The book is based on the work of several leading expertsin the field of Microgrids, as a result of multi-year jointEuropean projects. It is an essential resource for anyone involvedin the analysis, design and operation of Microgrids, as it providesan excellent analysis of the role of Microgrids within the powersystems structure, focusing on the primary and secondary control, protection and management at Microgrid and Multi-Microgridlevel. The book also uses several interesting case studies ofMicrogrid pilot sites to explain and clarify several concepts. Itis a must read reference of anyone active in thisfield“.
--Professor Paolo Mattavelli, Center for Power ElectronicsSystems, Virginia Tech, USA