Energy delivery systems aren’t as reliable as they used to be. Utility giants like PG&E are implementing rolling blackouts, and the grid itself is increasingly subject to natural disasters and outages.

As such, customers throughout California and the country are turning their attention to innovative renewable energy sources that can provide electricity both day and night – particularly microgrids.

Microgrids are one of the few energy solutions equipped to address the changing face of energy delivery. In addition to providing energy stability, they promote a more reliable, resilient and green grid.

Here’s what you need to know about microgrids and their projected impact on residential and commercial energy use in the coming years.