Canadian electromechanical engineering firm Hedgehog Technologies has introduced a controller to optimise microgrid-powered communities.

The Nimba microgrid controller manages renewable energy resources through peak shaving and demand response events. During a blackout, Nimba communicates with the battery storage system to ensure the lights stay on. This is a push forward in microgrid technology that extends the life of assets, lowers energy costs, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions.

“Some of our earliest projects involved microgrids and now we are witnessing more widespread applications for this technology,” said Michael Wrinch, founder of Hedgehog Technologies. “Nimba is designed to make energy management accessible for remote communities that are not connected to a main power grid.”

Nimba has alarm handling capabilities to alert users with an email notification during an emergency. The system is interoperable across various renewable energy systems and communications protocols including energy storage converters, PV solar inverters, power meters and protection relays.

“The value of Nimba extends far beyond innovations, it’s backed by a team of trusted system integration experts with over two decades of experience,” said Erin Martin-Serrano, director of business development at Hedgehog Technologies. “We’ll be the ones who advocate for your project from start to finish.”

Hedgehog Technologies is a multidisciplinary team of mechanical and electrical engineers with more than 20 years of experience with seasoned project management professionals, TÜV Rheinland certified functional safety experts, and professional engineers.