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DC Microgrids Need Smarter Protection to Scale Clean Energy

Author
Environment+Energy Leader
Published
Wed 07 May 2025
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Key Facts:

  • The global DC microgrid market is expected to reach $9.8 billion by 2028, driven by demand from EV infrastructure, industrial automation, and logistics.
  • Over 60% of U.S. manufacturers are integrating onsite renewables or microgrids to cut emissions and improve energy resilience.
  • DC systems can deliver up to 30% more efficiency by eliminating AC-DC conversion—especially in data centers, warehouses, and EV charging hubs.
  • Yet, DC protection standards remain fragmented, leaving industrial operators vulnerable to equipment damage, downtime, and safety risks.

Read More: https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/dc-microgrids-need-smarter-protection-to-scale-clean-energy,75932

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