Emera Technologies Receives UL 9540 Fire Safety Certification for BlockEnergyTM Microgrid Platform’s Energy Storage and Control System

“Less than two years ago we completed our proof of concept for the BlockEnergy microgrid and distributed BlockBox nanogrids at Kirtland Air Force Base in New Mexico. Achieving the UL 9540 certification represents a crucial safety milestone in our engineering and development work,” says Rob Bennett, president and CEO of Emera Technologies. “We look forward to completing our first commercial and residential BlockEnergy microgrid installations in Tampa, Florida, and Fairmount Heights, Maryland in early 2022.”

Microgrids will play a significant role in achieving a renewable and resilient energy future. BlockEnergy’s utility-centric model allows utilities to own and operate distributed energy resources that can be integrated with utility grid infrastructure.

The BlockEnergy system provides easy interoperability in both grid-connected mode and island mode, when outages are affecting the broader grid.

“Partnering with Emera Technologies on the BlockBox distributed battery system has been an incredible accomplishment for both teams,” says Bruce Silk, senior director of business development for EnerDel. “The EnerDel team has been impressed by Emera’s focus on safety, which aligns perfectly with our culture of safety and performance. This strategic alliance is a testament to an emerging opportunity as we expand our market and product portfolio.”