Riverside, CA | Integrated Solar Microgrid
2013
University
502.32 kW
2.2 MWh
51 Chargers
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Reliable Microgrids for
Mission-Critical Sites
SolarMax Technology delivers turnkey microgrid systems that ensure energy independence, stability, and long-term cost control.
Talk to Our Microgrid Experts
Microgrids enable facilities to operate independently or in parallel with the main grid, improving resilience and lowering energy costs. SolarMax Technology designs and deploys microgrid systems systems that integrate generation, storage, and control systems for reliable power. From modeling and permitting to full commissioning, we deliver complete solutions to meet modern energy and compliance demands.
What Our Microgrid Solutions Include
Custom Microgrid System Design
We tailor generation, storage, and controls to your operational priorities, site constraints, and load profiles with precise modeling, dispatch logic, and contingency planning.
Hybrid Generation Integration
Our microgrids combine solar, battery, and optional generators to ensure stable power in grid-tied and islanded modes, with seamless transitions during outages.
Advanced Control & Monitoring
We deploy intelligent EMS platforms for automated load balancing, demand response, and real-time system optimization across multiple distributed assets.
Regulatory & Safety Compliance
Systems meet or exceed UL, IEEE, NEC, and NERC standards, incorporating fire suppression, cybersecurity protocols, and secure remote diagnostics.
HOW WE DO
How We Deliver Microgrid Projects
step 1
Feasibility & Site Assessment
We evaluate energy usage, grid interconnection, on-site generation potential, and permitting requirements to identify optimal microgrid configurations.
step 2
System Modeling & Design
Our engineers simulate energy flows, storage sizing, dispatch modes, and islanding behavior to design systems that maximize resilience and ROI.
step 3
Equipment Sourcing & Assembly
We procure tier-1 solar modules, batteries, and controls, and have them assembled in pre-engineered packages to accelerate deployment and reduce site work.
step 4
Installation & Commissioning
Our in-house crews install and test all components, verifying performance under grid-connected and islanded modes before handover.
step 5
Final Inspections & Ongoing Support
We conduct rigorous inspections, final grid connection checks, and performance analytics to ensure correct installation, compliance, and long-term durability.
CLIENTS WE SERVE
Who We Work With
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Microgrids
Municipal & Public Agencies
We help cities and agencies deploy microgrids that safeguard critical infrastructure while reducing long-term operating costs.
Islanding
Industrial & Commercial Sites
Our systems provide grid services and islanding capability, supporting reliability and regulatory compliance for operators.
Energy
Utilities & Grid Operators
We design microgrids that stabilize energy supply for mission-critical operations and improve cost predictability.
Why Utilities Choose
SolarMax Technology
SolarMax Technology
Full Microgrid Delivery
We manage every phase—from modeling and permitting to commissioning—ensuring single-point accountability and reduced delays.
Proven Energy Expertise
Over a decade delivering solar, storage, and control systems for complex, large-scale utility and critical infrastructure projects.
Compliance-First Approach
Our designs meet or exceed UL, NEC, and IEEE standards, integrating safety and cybersecurity into every system.
Future-Ready Scalability
We build modular, upgradeable systems designed to adapt as energy needs evolve and technologies advance.
Trusted Work
Tangible Results
Tangible Results
utility
University of California, Riverside (UCR)
- Outcomes List:
- Part of UC’s Sustainable Integrated Grid Initiative
- Supports 2.2 MWh BESS and 51 EV chargers
- Powers 20-bus electric transit fleet
- Enables living-lab microgrid and V2G research
Woodcrest Christian School partnered with SolarMax Tech to build a resilient solar + storage system that cuts costs and boosts energy security.
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utility
Municipality Ground-Mounted PV
Rural Region | Utility-Scale Ground-Mount Solar
2016
Grid-Connected Utility Plant
70 MWp
- Outcomes List:
- • Supports peak grid load for the nearby county
- • One of the area’s earliest high-capacity PV stations
- • Operational track record of over 8 years
- • Designed and constructed by SolarMax’s EPC team
SolarMax Tech delivered a utility-scale solar plant in rural terrain, proving reliable grid support and advancing regional clean energy.
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utility
Integrated Agrivoltaic Solar Project
Rural Region | Ground-Mount Solar + Crop Integration
2021
Agricultural Energy Park
175 MWp
- Outcomes List:
- • Dual-use land: clean energy + crop cultivation
- • Offset regional carbon emissions with grid-scale output
- • Created new income streams for farming communities
- • Designed for environmental resilience and economic uplift
A pioneering agrivoltaic project that combines solar generation with active farming, preserving land use while powering rural communities.
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commercial
Woodcrest Christian School
Riverside, CA | Solar Carport + Storage
2019
K–12 School
473.4 kW
540 kWh
- Outcomes List:
- • Offset 95% of school’s annual energy use
- • 473.4 kW solar + 540 kWh battery storage
- • Designed for resilience and cost savings
- • Delivered through SolarMax PPA model
This system provides long-term savings, added energy security, and a hands-on learning opportunity to power up education.
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Let’s Talk About Your Microgrid Project
Our engineering team can model your site, project energy savings, and create a tailored microgrid proposal to strengthen your energy resilience.
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