Off-Grid Microgrids: When the Grid Isn’t There — We Are.
While we favour grid-connected microgrids where possible, some sites have no access to the grid at all — and no realistic path to get it. Whether you’re powering a remote facility, a temporary construction site, or an off-grid home or business, Lugh Off-Grid Microgrids give you energy independence without compromise.
Built with the same control and resilience as our grid-connected systems, our off-grid platforms combine solar, wind, battery storage and intelligent generator integration to keep your site powered — quietly, cleanly, and reliably.
🧠 Smart, Self-Sufficient, Site-Matched
Every off-grid system we build is powered by the Lugh energy management platform, offering full insight, control and automation:
✅ Real-time system monitoring via Lugh View EMS
✅ Smart generator dispatch to reduce fuel burn
✅ Battery-first load handling with charge forecasting
✅ Live fault alerts and performance optimisation
✅ Scope 1 emissions tracking and monthly reporting
🚧 Mobile or Permanent: Designed to Fit
Off-grid doesn’t mean one-size-fits-all. We offer both fixed installations and modular, mobile systems ideal for:
🏗️ Construction sites
🏕️ Temporary facilities
🎬 Film production or events
🏚️ Cabins, glamping or off-grid housing
🛠️ Disaster relief and backup deployments
With containerised enclosures, ruggedised battery systems and generator integration, our solutions can be delivered ready-to-run — no concrete, no cabling, no grid required.
🔧 Generator + Battery = Smarter Fuel Use
Diesel and HVO generators are often a necessity in off-grid setups — but with Lugh control systems, they’re used only when needed, and run efficiently at full load to:
🔋 Charge batteries quickly, avoiding light-load engine stress
⛽ Reduce fuel use through optimised runtime
🔇 Minimise noise and emissions
📈 Extend generator lifespan
No more 24/7 running costs. Just clean power first — with smart fallback when needed.
📍 Key Off-Grid Considerations
We’ll help you assess and design the right system for your site, taking into account:
🔋 Storage capacity for overnight and weather events
🌦️ Solar/wind blending to reduce generator dependence
⛽ HVO or diesel generator backup, fully integrated
🛠 Site access, logistics and maintenance planning
🧾 Data, reporting and regulatory compliance
✅ Ideal When:
🧱 No grid connection is available — ever
🧾 Temporary grid access is delayed or expensive
🏕 Site use is short-term, mobile or seasonal
🛢 Fuel reliance needs to be reduced and automated
🌍 You want to lower emissions while staying energy-secure
🤝 Why Choose Lugh for Off-Grid?
✅ Designed for complete energy independence
✅ Compatible with renewables + generators
✅ Fully monitored and remotely supported
✅ Built with European hardware partners: SoliTek, Dospel, Victron, Teltonika
✅ Engineered for longevity, resilience and control
| ⚡ Feature | 🏡 Grid-Connected Microgrid | 🏝️ Off-Grid Microgrid |
|---|---|---|
| 🔌 Grid Access | ✅ Required – uses grid as fallback or supplement | ❌ Not available – site runs fully independent |
| 📍 Site Suitability | ✅ Ideal for rural, commercial and urban sites | ✅ Remote, mobile, or undeveloped locations |
| 🔋 Battery Storage | ✅ Optional – sized to support key loads | ✅ Required – typically larger and more critical |
| ☀️ Solar + 🌬 Wind | ✅ Included – maximises on-site generation | ✅ Included – forms primary energy supply |
| ⛽ Diesel/HVO Generator | ⚠️ Optional – used for resilience | ✅ Critical – acts as final backup to prevent blackouts |
| 🧠 Lugh View Monitoring | ✅ Real-time load, generation & emissions | ✅ Same platform – off-grid visibility included |
| 🛠 Installation Type | 🏗️ Fixed installation with site integration | 🏗️ Fixed or 🚚 mobile (containerised or modular) |
| 💰 Upfront Cost | 💸 Lower – uses grid to reduce backup sizing | 💸💸 Higher – requires larger batteries and generator |
| 📈 ROI Timeline | 📉 Shorter – faster payback with grid stability | ⏳ Longer – but critical where no grid exists |
| 📦 Smart Distribution | ✅ Included – automates generation & export | ✅ Included – prioritises renewables & storage |
✅ Advantages of Lugh Off-Grid Microgrids
🔋 Complete energy independence — no reliance on the national grid
☀️ Blended generation — solar, wind, and smart generator integration
📦 Permanent or mobile systems — built for fixed sites or rapid deployment
🧠 Lugh View EMS — real-time monitoring, control and emissions tracking
⛽ Efficient generator use — runs only when needed, reducing fuel cost and wear
📈 Tailored system design — optimised for your load profile, location and logistics
🛠 Fast installation — minimal infrastructure needed, even in remote areas
🧾 Scope 1 emissions visibility — monthly reports for ESG and compliance
