This webinar explores the challenges water utilities face from Black Sky Events (e.g., hurricanes, wildfires, power outages) and how microgrids provide a reliable backup power solution. Featuring Matt Froelich, Principle at BGE, this session will highlight the successful deployment of a 2.4 MW natural gas microgrid at the North Fort Bend Water Authority (NFBWA) in Texas. Learn how NFBWA replaced unreliable diesel generators with a microgrid that ensures uninterrupted water service and reduces maintenance and fuel logistics.

What you will learn:

• Evolving Threats: Understand the reliability challenges utilities face, from extreme weather to grid stress, and why traditional backup generators may no longer be sufficient.
• Resilient Microgrid Solutions: Discover how natural gas microgrids provide stormproof power, ensuring water infrastructure stays operational during extended outages.
• NFBWA Case Study: Gain insights into NFBWA’s microgrid journey, including the tangible benefits achieved, such as uninterrupted water service through hurricanes.
• Sustainability & Reliability: Learn how natural gas microgrids offer a more sustainable and cost-effective alternative to diesel generators, with up to 100X lower emissions.

Webinar: Microgrids for Water Utilities

📅 Thursday, August 7^th, 2025 | 🕒 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CT

Speakers include:

• Matthew “Matt” Froehlich, P.E., Principal at BGE, Inc. | Director – Public Works
• Greg Bowen, President, Critical Infrastructure, Enchanted Rock