Microgrid Solution for Remote Farms
Summary: Empower remote farms with solar-plus-storage systems for a reliable, green supply of power for irrigation, processing and daily life.
Solution Overview
For remote farms, ranches and agricultural parks that are difficult to reach with the grid, we provide an integrated solar-plus-storage microgrid to secure power for irrigation, processing and daily life.
Key Points
- Integrated solar and storage to secure irrigation, processing and daily-life power
- PCS drives inductive loads such as water pumps, while the BESS covers peak demand
- STS provides seamless switching when the grid arrives
- In the dry season, the EMS automatically starts the diesel generator as backup
Applicable Scenarios and Challenges
Irrigation and cold storage depend heavily on diesel or fuel generators, which are costly and noisy; extending the grid requires large investment and offers slow returns.
VGRID System Composition
- Power Conversion System (PCS): supports direct PV supply and battery charging/discharging, and drives water pumps and processing equipment.
- Static Transfer Switch (STS): switches between the main grid/diesel generator and the microgrid to keep the cold chain powered.
- Battery Energy Storage System (BESS): stores solar energy during the day and discharges it during peak water use to smooth irrigation loads.
- Energy Management System (EMS): schedules according to farming seasons and sunlight, prioritizing green power and reducing fuel costs.
- Microgrid AC Cabinet (MPS): a corrosion-resistant AC cabinet suited to the humid and fertilizer-laden farm environment.
Core Value
- Lower energy costs for irrigation and processing
- More stable cold chain and drinking water supply
- Less diesel generator maintenance and noise
- Scalable with the size of the farming operation
Typical Applications
Suitable for plain farms, mountain tea plantations, livestock ranches and primary agricultural processing sites.
Delivery and Support
VGID POWER (VGRID) provides integrated delivery from site assessment and system design to core equipment manufacturing (PCS/STS/BESS/MPS), commissioning and remote O&M. Contact us for a customized solution and quotation.
FAQ
Can a farm microgrid drive high-power water pumps?
Yes. The PCS supports the startup of inductive loads such as water pumps, the BESS provides the startup surge, and the STS switches seamlessly when the grid is available.
How can irrigation be kept running on cloudy and rainy days?
The EMS prioritizes battery dispatch and, when necessary, automatically starts and stops the diesel generator as a backup to safeguard critical irrigation windows.
What size of area is a farm microgrid suitable for?
It is configured modularly according to irrigation power and daily load, from a single well to an entire greenhouse complex.
Is battery life greatly affected by seasons?
The EMS optimizes depth of discharge and temperature management, and together with long-life cells, ensures stable operation for many years.
