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- IN THE NEWS
The Twenty Five and ELM MicroGrid Power to Partner The Future of Coastal Travel
The Twenty Five, a membership-based travel platform powered by REGENT all-electric Seagliders, and ELM MicroGrid, a leader in advanced battery energy storage systems (BESS), microgrid controls, and resilient energy infrastructure solutions, today announced a strategic partnership to power the terminal infrastructure behind the next generation of premium waterfront travel.
- IN THE NEWS
Washington State’s Swinomish Tribe Adds to Its Growing Microgrid Fleet
The Tribe’s seventh microgrid, under construction at the Swinomish Youth Center, will transform the space into a resilience hub for the community. Microgrid number eight is slated to begin construction this fall.
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ELM MicroGrid Adds Curtis Power Solutions, Expanding Access Across the Southeast
ELM MicroGrid, a leader in battery energy storage and intelligent energy management solutions, is pleased to announce that Curtis Power Solutions has officially joined its dealer network. This partnership strengthens ELM MicroGrid’s ability to deliver resilient, scalable energy solutions to commercial, industrial, utility, and critical infrastructure customers across the Southeast region.
- IN THE NEWS
Unlocking Existing Solar Capacity with DC-Coupled Storage
As utilities, developers, and communities work to meet accelerating demand—from electrification to AI-driven load growth—one reality is becoming increasingly clear: the fastest megawatt is not the one waiting in an interconnection queue. It’s the one already built.
- IN THE NEWS
Battery Storage Is Creating a New Opportunity for Connecticut Businesses
Earthlight Technologies, a valued member of the ELM Dealer Network, was recognized in the Hartford Business Journal for its work in battery energy storage, including a project featuring an ELM MicroGrid system. The piece highlights how forward-thinking companies are leveraging storage to gain greater control over their energy strategy.
- IN THE NEWS
ELM MicroGrid Achieves ISO 27001:2022 Certification, Strengthening Commitment to Information Security
ELM MicroGrid announced today that it has achieved ISO 27001:2022 certification, an internationally recognized standard for information security management systems (ISMS). This certification validates ELM MicroGrid’s comprehensive approach to securing business, customer, and employee information across all company operations.
- IN THE NEWS
What Microgrid Developers Need to Know About BABA and FEOC Restrictions
With the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, renewable energy developers face stricter eligibility criteria for federal incentives, requiring careful navigation of domestic sourcing rules and foreign entity restrictions to maximize project benefits.
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ELM MicroGrid and Partners Earn Project of the Year Honors from Solar Builder Magazine
Solar Builder Magazine has selected the Orcas Center project in Eastsound, WA as the Microgrid Division Project of the Year! This remarkable achievement was made possible through the collaboration of Sulis Energy, MZ Solar Consulting, Mills Electric, Cascadia Renewables and Mayfield Renewables.
- IN THE NEWS
Island Microgrid Provides Resilience to Washington’s Orcas Community
A new solar and energy storage microgrid is providing the residents of Orcas Island with some critical resilience. The microgrid includes a 134-kW solar array, a 1.3-MWh battery energy storage system, a 150 kW propane backup generator and EV charging equipment. ELM’s Fieldsight microgrid controller coordinates and controls the components and ensures reliable power during grid outages.
- IN THE NEWS
Big Tech Companies Say They Need Resilience and Clean Energy. How Microgrids Help
ELM MicroGrid‘s Bobby Butler, Director of Sales was recently featured in a recent Microgrid Knowledge article: “Big Tech Companies Say They Need Resilience and Clean Energy—How Microgrids Help.”
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ELM MicroGrid is proud to be a Kilowatt Partner at the Mayfield Renewables Education Summit
We’re thrilled to collaborate with the Mayfield team—and this year we’re bringing our expertise in fully integrated microgrid solutions. ELM’s equipped with scalable systems that optimize renewables, battery storage, and intelligent control, all geared toward powering resilient and independent energy systems for C&I and utility-scale projects
- GUEST ARTICLE
The Energy Future Should Be Made in America — Here’s How We’re Proving It
By Aron Bowman, President, ELM MicroGrid
As the energy transition accelerates, the conversation often centers on what type of energy we use—solar, wind, storage—but not enough attention is paid to where and how the infrastructure is made. At ELM MicroGrid, we believe the answer is clear: the future of energy should be built right here in America, by American workers, using American materials.
- IN THE NEWS
ELM MicroGrid Powers Award-Winning Project for Disney at 2025 CREF Ceremony
Bahamas Energy and Solar Supplies and Solar Island Energy, long-time partners of ELM MicroGrid, have once again received the prestigious Microgrid of the Year award—this time for their innovative solar microgrid project at Disney Cruise Lines’ Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point. This marks the fourth time ELM and Solar Island Energy have earned this top honor at the CREF Caribbean Industry Awards, underscoring their continued leadership in renewable energy and distributed power solutions across the region.
- IN THE NEWS
Wisconsin College Cuts Costs and Carbon
with Solar + Storage
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College is embracing a more sustainable future with the installation of a 300 kW solar array and a 125 kW / 220 kWh battery energy storage system (BESS) provided by ELM MicroGrid. This solar-plus-storage solution is expected to offset up to 60% of the college’s electricity usage and save approximately $30,000 annually in utility costs. In addition to powering campus operations and providing backup for critical infrastructure, the project supports renewable energy education for students and apprentices, making it a win for both the environment and the classroom.
- ASK THE EXPERT
How Microgrids Are Accelerating
Renewable Energy Integration
Renewable energy grew at an unprecedented rate in 2024. As the energy transition accelerates, microgrids are rising as a solution to the challenges of renewable energy integration and distributed energy resource management. In this Ask the Expert — How Microgrids Are Accelerating Renewable Energy Integration — ELM Vice President of Engineering Ross Oien shares key insights on advanced microgrid solutions for businesses.
GAI Energy Tours ELM MicroGrid
We recently had the pleasure of hosting representatives from GAI Energy at the ELM MicroGrid facility. During their visit, they explored our latest innovations and gained insights into our cutting-edge solutions. Check out their experience on the GAI Energy blog!
- IN THE NEWS
ELM MicroGrid Partners with StarBlue Solutions
ELM MicroGrid, a leader in innovative energy storage and microgrid solutions, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with StarBlue Solutions, a prominent electrical engineering firm specializing in advanced power grid and microgrid technologies. Together, the two companies aim to set a new standard for energy resilience, sustainability, and technical excellence in Puerto Rico, Texas, and beyond.
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ELM Solar Achieves UL Certification for VirtuPVT
ELM Solar is proud to announce that UK based Naked Energy‘s VirtuPVT solar collectors have achieved UL certification in the United States. This milestone underscores the system’s adherence to the highest safety and performance standards, bringing an innovative and sustainable energy solution to businesses in the US.
- IN THE NEWS
ELM MicroGrid Launches Innovative
FieldSight Cloud 2.0
ELM MicroGrid, a leader in battery energy storage systems, proudly introduces FieldSight Cloud 2.0, the latest evolution in our commitment to innovation. Building on a foundation of proven technology, this advanced tool enhances how customers manage their ELM MicroGrid systems, offering unparalleled precision, ease of use, and customization for optimal performance
- IN THE NEWS
ELM MicroGrid Powers Convergent Energy Storage Project for Potomac Edison
Potomac Edison, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp., and Convergent Energy and Power (Convergent), a leading provider of energy storage solutions in North America, today announced the completion of a 1.75 MW / 8.4 MWh battery storage system in Little Orleans, Maryland, to enhance grid reliability for over 600 Potomac Edison customers. The battery energy storage system integrator is ELM MicroGrid.
- IN THE NEWS
Marine Corps Microgrid Adds New ELM
Battery Energy Storage System
Marine Corps Air Station Miramar has added an 1.5 MW / 3.3 MWh ELM MicroGrid that will reduce the installation’s demand on the local power grid and maximize the use of the renewable landfill gas energy generator when the system is islanded.
- IN THE NEWS
Aron Bowman Honored at D CEO's
2024 Energy Awards
Congratulations to Aron Bowman, President of ELM MicroGrid on receiving D CEO Magazine‘s Excellence in Renewables and Sustainability Award last night at the 2024 Energy Awards in Dallas, Texas! This prestigious award celebrates leaders who are driving the energy industry forward, from renewables and sustainability to energy finance and oil & gas. We’re thrilled to see his leadership and our team’s efforts recognized among the best in the industry.
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ELM MicroGrid Achieves ISO Certification
ELM MicroGrid an industry leader in microgrids and battery energy storage systems, is pleased to announce today that it has earned ISO 9001 certification at its new facility in The Colony, TX. The comprehensive system audits covered every aspect of operations.
- PODCAST
Demystifying Enterprise Energy Sources,
Use Cases, and Applications
In a recent episode of MarketScale‘s Pro AV Today, Aron Bowman, President of ELM MicroGrid & Solar joins host Ben Thomas to dive deep into the world of enterprise energy sources. From integrating renewable energy and microgrid technology to the future of energy management, this discussion is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!
- IN THE NEWS
Ziegler Energy Solutions Joins ELM MicroGrid
Dealer Network
Ziegler Energy Solutions (ZES), an independent business focused on complex energy generation and electrification, is joining the growing ELM MicroGrid dealer network to offer ELM’s cutting-edge microgrid solutions and intelligent energy management platform to its customers. The partnership brings together ELM’s reliable and scalable microgrid solutions and the quality and service standards of Ziegler Energy Solutions to develop and customize comprehensive energy technologies to support the sustainability goals of Ziegler Energy Solutions’s customers.
- QUICKCHAT
The Challenges and Rewards of Integrating Distributed Energy Resources into the Grid
In this QuickChat video, Jason Petermeier, chief operating officer of ELM MicroGrid and ELM Solar, explains how distributed energy resources are impacting the grid of today and tomorrow with Rod Walton managing editor of Microgrid Knowledge.
- IN THE NEWS
Microgrid Solutions are the Future of
Island Resiliency
ELM MicroGrid’s Roberto Muniz, PE, recently shared his insights on the critical role battery energy storage plays in enhancing island resiliency with Microgrid Knowledge.
- IN THE NEWS
ELM MicroGrid Welcomes Advanced Green Technologies to Dealer Network
ELM MicroGrid, a leader in battery energy storage, is pleased to announce that Advanced Green Technologies (AGT), a top provider of solar energy solutions in Florida and the Caribbean, has joined its esteemed dealer network. This partnership marks a significant step in ELM MicroGrid’s mission to broaden the reach of sustainable and resilient energy solutions across various sectors.
- QUICKCHAT
From EV Charging to Solar Thermal, Microgrids Seizing Moment
In this QuickChat video, Aron Bowman, president of ELM Microgrid and ELM Solar, discusses several of the most impactful growth areas he’s seeing in the microgrid market today with Rod Walton editor of Microgrid Knowledge.
- IN THE NEWS
ELM MicroGrid & Partners Secure Third Consecutive 'MICROGRID OF THE YEAR' Award
A solar project supported by ELM MicroGrid was recognized with the Microgrid of the Year at 6th annual Caribbean Renewable Energy Forum (CREF) Industry Awards in Miami in late April. This is the third time ELM and Solar Island Energy have received this recognition.
- IN THE NEWS
ELM MICROGRID & ELM SOLAR GRAND OPENING
New 125,000 sq.ft. manufacturing facility introduces 150 renewable jobs to suburban Dallas. The Colony, Texas.
ELM Microgrid and ELM Solar proudly announces the grand opening of its state-of-the-art 125,000 square-foot manufacturing and distribution facility in The Colony, Texas. This milestone event marks a significant step forward in promoting American-made innovation, advancing resilient energy solutions, and creating manufacturing jobs.
- IN THE NEWS
ELM Companies Hiring Dozens at Different Kind of Solar Facility
DALLAS BUSINESS JOURNAL
ELM is eager to grow its new facility in southeastern Denton County, which will be used to produce a unique kind of solar energy and power storage system. Check out this story to learn more about the company, which plans to invest millions.
- WHITEPAPER
Unlocking Microgrid Potential:
The Role of Solar Thermal
By Josh Faris, Sales Engineer, ELM Solar
As cities and industries strive to meet ambitious carbon reduction targets, microgrids have emerged as a pivotal tool in decentralizing energy generation, enhancing resilience, and reducing emissions. These local energy networks enable communities to generate, store, and manage energy, providing independence from the larger grid. One often overlooked yet critical component for enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of microgrids is the use of solar thermal technology, specifically for heat decarbonization.
- WHITEPAPER
ELM Solar's Virtu Hot HD Installation Outperforms PV at Creighton University
On Creighton’s campus, Graves Hall stands as a beacon of sustainability with its innovative renewable energy systems. A recent weather event put these systems to the test of how they would cope with extreme cold and heavy snowfall.
- iNTERVIEW
ELM Seeks to Improve Rural Electrification
ELM MicroGrid and ELM Solar’s President Aron Bowman discusses the importance of rural electrification at Distributech 2024.
- ARTICLE
Renewable CHP: The key ingredient for Net Zero Campus and Industrial Microgrids
By Aron Bowman, President, ELM MicroGrid ELM Solar
Renewable Combined Heat and Power (CHP) systems are not as common as fossil fuel-based CHP systems, but their adoption is growing, driven by increasing awareness of environmental sustainability and renewable energy goals. The prevalence of renewable CHP systems varies by region, depending on factors such as local energy policies, incentives, and the availability of renewable resources.
- WHITEPAPER
Bringing Power to the Islands
The Caribbean is a region that faces unique challenges in providing electrical power to its population. The islands of the Caribbean are often small and remote, making it difficult to connect them to the main power grids of larger countries. The region is also prone to natural disasters, such as hurricanes and earthquakes, which can disrupt power supply and damage infrastructure.
- IN THE NEWS
ELM MicroGrid Announces FieldSight App Update
The ELM FieldSight app not only provides information about how your system is performing, but also gives you insight into how much energy you are using and where it is coming from. Our newly updated app (available for iOS and Android) gives you full insight of your microgrid system right in the palm of your hand. Not only does it provide the status of your ELM energy storage system, but also the health status of your utility grid, solar array and/or generator.
- WHITEPAPER
ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING: Leveraging Energy Storage for Grid Connectivity
As the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) continues to rise, ensuring a robust and efficient charging infrastructure becomes paramount. A crucial aspect of this infrastructure is the connection between EV charging stations and the power grid. EV charging requires substantial electrical capacity and poses unique challenges due to its intermittent and high-demand nature.
- ASK THE EXPERT
Microgrid Solutions are the Future of Island Resiliency
As extreme weather events increase in frequency and intensity, island communities face unique energy challenges that require innovative solutions. Microgrids, small-scale power networks capable of operating independently or in conjunction with the main grid, offer a lifeline for resiliency. Roberto Muñiz, PE, shares a wealth of experience from living in Puerto Rico as well as his expertise in designing microgrid solutions tailored to island communities.
- IN THE NEWS
Lee C. Graves Wins Renewable Energy
Executive of the Year
As extreme weather events increase in frequency and intensity, island communities face unique energy challenges that require innovative solutions. Microgrids, small-scale power networks capable of operating independently or in conjunction with the main grid, offer a lifeline for resiliency. Roberto Muñiz, PE, shares a wealth of experience from living in Puerto Rico as well as his expertise in designing microgrid solutions tailored to island communities.
- IN THE NEWS
ELM and Naked Energy Announce First North American Deployment
Creighton University’s Graves Hall is the first North American facility to use VirtuHOT HD, a next-generation solar thermal collector from Naked Energy, implemented by ELM Solar of ELM Companies, Naked Energy’s North American distributor.
- IN THE NEWS
New Residence hall and Courtyard Built on a Lifetime of Friendship
The namesakes (and lead donors) of the new hall and courtyard at Creighton University are Lee C. and Judy Graves, and their close friends Kathy and Jim Simpson.
- IN THE NEWS
Graves Hall Ready to Welcome Students at Creighton University
OMAHA, NE — On Friday and Saturday, August 11 and 12, hundreds of Creighton University students will move into Graves Hall, the Omaha campus’ first residence hall built exclusively for first-year students since the 1960s and the first of any kind built since 2006.
- ARTICLE
Modernizing the Grid in Micro Steps
By Aron Bowman, President, ELM MicroGrid
Over the last few years, we’ve all read stories about massive battery energy storage systems (BESS) being deployed for grid support, resulting in hundreds of megawatt hours installed in massive field deployments supporting generation and transmission sites. These systems have become critical to the viability of the utility grid as our journey towards electrification continues, although their scope of use is limited. There is however a less heralded adoption of energy storage in the form of distributed microgrid capable BESS systems that are growing with utilities, from the largest majors to some of the smallest co-ops.
- WHITEPAPER
Bringing Power To The Islands
The Caribbean is a region that faces unique challenges in providing electrical power to its population. The islands of the Caribbean are often small and remote, making it difficult to connect them to the main power grids of larger countries. The region is also prone to natural disasters, such as hurricanes and earthquakes, which can disrupt power supply and damage infrastructure.
Congressman Burgess Senior Leadership Visit ELM Companies Texas Facilities
Recently, ELM Companies hosted James Decker, Chief of Staff and Erik With, District Director to Congressman Michael Burgess to their Texas facilities in Lewisville and The Colony. Congressman Burgess, also a licensed medical doctor, represents Texas’ 26th district, which encompasses the city of Fort Worth and much of the surrounding area. The visit centered around ELM’s significant growth in the renewable energy storage sector and the policies that promote clean energy.
- QUICKCHAT
Unlikely Partners on the Dance Floor: Stakeholders Uniting to Support the EV Transition with Microgrids
In this QuickChat video, Aron Bowman , ELM MicroGrid president, recently sat down with Rod Walton, managing editor of Microgrid Knowledge, to discuss why he and ELM are so bullish on the state of the e-mobility transition, despite some lingering challenges.
- IN THE NEWS
ELM MicroGrid MG500 Deployed to Help Chattanooga Emergency Services
ELM MicroGrid is proud to assist Chattanooga, TN with their critical services microgrid project. Learn more about how our MG500 will provide backup power for police and fire services.
- IN THE NEWS
Walls Going Vertical on New HQ and Manufacturing Facility in The Colony
Walls are up and construction is proceeding briskly at leading microgrid systems producer ELM MicroGrid’s new 125,000-square-foot facility in The Colony, where it can continue to expand its energy storage and management capabilities for use across multiple sectors.
- IN THE NEWS
ELM MicroGrid Installs Battery Storage Solution in Puerto Rico
- Located in Adjuntas, Puerto Rico
- Six ELM MG125's are connected to 700 solar panels
- System deployed in 660kWh and 440kWh split totalling 1.1MWh for the town square
- Providing businesses access to one megawatt hour of energy during blackouts
- Proud partner in this Honnold Foundation/Adjuntas Solar Energy Community Association project
- WHITEPAPER
The Case for the Mid-Sized BESS
As the demand for reliable battery energy storage systems (BESS) increases, many manufacturers are focusing on either residential or utility scale products. This approach has limited the options available for schools, small businesses, municipalities, and the commercial and industrial (C&I) space. Developing BESS solutions to serve this market (100kW to 2MW) requires a commitment of engineering and certification resources to adapt to the changing requirements for utility interconnection agreements. This paper highlights the advantages of a grid interconnected BESS and how it can play a role in optimizing energy consumption, minimizing cost, and enhancing grid stabilization for this mid-tier portion of the energy storage market.
- IN THE NEWS
Power Storage Solutions and ELM Announce Microgrid Partnership
Power Storage Solutions, an energy storage solutions integrator and service company, today announced it has entered into a dealership agreement with ELM. The arrangement allows a channel to provide leading-edge technology, ETL Certified to UL 9540 “turnkey” packaged, USA-Based microgrids for utility, commercial and industrial applications. The combined strengths of Power Storage Solutions sales, marketing and turnkey capabilities with ELM manufacturing provides increased access to turnkey microgrid solutions nationwide.
- IN THE NEWS
ELM Announces Largescale Expansion in Texas
- 125,000 Sq Ft headquarters and manufacturing facility for MicroGrid and Solar
- Located in The Colony, Texas
- At full capacity, this new facility will employ over 100 people
- IN THE NEWS
World-leading British Solar Business Lands U.S. Distribution Deal and Investment
- British solar tech developer Naked Energy receives funding from ELM Companies
- Partnership grants access to US-wide dealer and distribution networks
- Investment announced as ambitious scale-up
