Energy resilience is being redefined by what happens after the grid fails. Will Heegaard and Sara Nichols share how mobile and stationary microgrids are supporting disaster recovery, powering critical infrastructure, and creating adaptable community energy systems. A practical look at how distributed solutions are shaping long-term resilience strategies.
Main Topics Discussed
• Role of microgrids in disaster response and grid outage recovery
• Mobile “Beehive” microgrid model combining hubs and deployable energy assets
• Importance of powering critical infrastructure like fire stations and communication systems
• Challenges of resilience planning including funding, policy, and environmental risks
• Expanding distributed energy systems for long-term community resilience and recovery
