Power Systems
We ensure that renewables and battery storage projects are installed to quality standards, provide optimal performance, and can be maintained for safe and reliable operation. As an independent engineering services provider, we analyze facilities with an unbiased approach, taking time to collaborate with your team from planning to installation and beyond. With decades of experience in commercial and utility-scale projects, we have the knowledge and expertise you can depend on.
Utility Services
Interconnection Verification
Even minor issues with distribution- and transmission-connected inverter-based resources (IBRs) can have major consequences if overlooked. We’ll help showcase your commitment to grid reliability by verifying that your IBR sites comply with all relevant documentation, codes and standards and then updating the necessary models. We can also partner with you to establish an ongoing process to keep your IBRs operating safely and predictably for years to come.
Renewables Integration Consulting
We work with utilities of all sizes to consult on DER standards, compliance, troubleshooting of PV systems and program design. Our team has extensive technical expertise in utility scale solar safety and quality compliance. We are also able to help utilities with consulting on residential, small commercial and community solar educational resources.
Periodic Inspection Programs
There are approximately 325 solar generation facilities that achieved interconnection prior to the establishment of the Duke Energy Interconnection Commissioning Requirements. This program aims to ensure compliance with the North Carolina Interconnection Procedures (NCIP) and to maintain the safety, power quality and reliability of the electrical distribution grid.
Commercial Services
Solar Feasibility Studies
Are you considering installing solar at your property or business? We can provide you with an unbiased and independent analysis to help you evaluate the viability of pursuing a solar project. We’ll work with you to evaluate the most important considerations, including economic, market, technical, financial and management feasibility.
Third-Party Commissioning
As a third party, we work to ensure systems meet project specifications, comply with owner requirements and standards, and operate correctly to decrease maintenance and safety issues. We provide a thorough review of the PV system design, a detailed PV system inspection of all components and equipment, and a review of all aspects of the installation for compliance with safety codes and standards. As an end result, we identify issues and solutions so that facility owners can be assured that their systems are built for long-term quality, reliability, safety and performance.
Renewable Energy Certificates and Carbon Offsets
We offer North Carolina-based renewable energy certificates (RECs) and regional carbon offsets through our NC GreenPower program. When you work with NC GreenPower, you are supporting community projects, the local economy and the environment. All RECs are sourced from North Carolina and carbon offsets are sourced regionally from North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. All carbon offsets must meet our quality criteria to ensure projects are making a positive difference.
