Schneider Electric Helps the Military Build Resilient and Sustainable Facilities through Microgrids

Source: | · MICROGRID KNOWLEDGE · | October 13, 2023

Curt “Kibbles” Ebitz, strategic account executive at Schneider Electric discusses how Schneider Electric helps the military build resilient and sustainable facilities to help address environmental impacts of climate change.

America's military leadership faces a stark reality: Climate change is a direct threat to the security of our homeland. The domestic military installations responsible for safeguarding our nation face a 21st-century threat that impacts our energy infrastructure. The mounting menace of climate change, evident through rising sea levels and extreme weather events, poses a serious risk to our society as a whole, and all 50 states have at least one military base. With upwards of 450 bases domestically, there is no geography that will go unscathed from climate-related events.

To address these challenges, the military has been taking steps to mitigate its environmental impact and adapt to changing conditions. These efforts encompass investments in resilient infrastructure, renewable energy sources and strategies for managing climate-related risks. Additionally, there is a growing recognition of the importance of international cooperation in addressing the global challenge of climate change. 

Overall, these threats underscore the need for a holistic approach to national security – one that takes into account not only traditional military threats but also environmental and cyberthreats. Adaptation, resilience and cooperation are key components in addressing these 21st-century security concerns.

Recognizing the gravity of these challenges, fortifying the homefront is now a top priority, which is why the Department of Defense (DOD) has prioritized a solution that helps to solve these growing threats: renewable energy microgrids. Schneider Electric is at the forefront of this mission, developing microgrid solutions that enhance energy resilience through on-site production and cybersecurity while also promoting sustainability through renewable sources.