Project description: Design and install a renewable microgrid consisting of 250kW solar PV structures utilizing SunPower modules (on top of the existing parking garage), 1 mWh battery storage (Samsung), Princeton Power inverters, LED lighting, and NextGen Microgrid Controller.
Charge Bliss developed, designed, and engineered the project and was subsequently awarded a grant by the California Energy Commission (CEC) to implement the idea and perform the construction.
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Role – Involved in the project from concept through the operation.* Assisted in site selection and planning, provided electrical design, liaised extensively with OSHPD to achieve permit for the one-of-a-kind project, provided onsite support during start up and commission, and now provided ongoing assistance to ensure effective operation and reporting.
Markets | Healthcare, Microgrid |
Size | 1mWh Storage, 250kW Solar Array, $5,000,000 |
Features | OSHPD, first I-Occupancy Microgrid in California |
Sustainability | Microgrid, Energy Storage, Disadvantaged Community |
* Involved on the project while employed as Principal by Mazzetti.
Bernard Tyson, CEO of Kaiser Permanente said about the project:
Where we live and work impacts our health. At Kaiser Permanente, we are working to minimize our environmental footprint with the goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2020.
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.@chargebliss CEO David Bliss explains why installing a #Microgrid at hospitals like @kpeastbayarea’s #Richmond Medical Center is important for communities with limited options for critical healthcare services. #CalEnergy is proud to provide funding for this project. ☀️🏥⚡️ pic.twitter.com/DV6cVXpa01
— California Energy Commission (@CalEnergy) July 20, 2018