Some remote communities rely on costly imported fuel for electricity, but microgrids powered by renewable energy could offer a more affordable alternative. Mechanical engineering doctoral student Kevin Wyckoff researches marine energy systems and recently published a journal article detailing an algorithm that optimizes battery storage and lowers the cost of energy for microgrids.
Using real-world data from wind, wave, and solar sources, Wyckoff’s research provides insights into how these systems can meet energy demands efficiently. His work, supported by the Atlantic Marine Energy Center, contributes to the broader effort to integrate offshore renewable energy into power grids.
Read the full article on the Institute for Cyber Physical Infrastructure and Energy (I-CPIE) website.
