Pittsburgh International unveils microgrid project that will power entire airport

The Allegheny County Airport Authority approved a plan Friday to establish its own microgrid powered by on-site gas wells and solar panels; when implemented, Pittsburgh International Airport will have its own grid, which the Authority said would lead to savings and more reliable power. "We will be completely energy-independent as an airport," said Authority CEO Christina Cassotis, shortly after the board meeting had ended. "This is absolutely a new way of doing business." A… (www.bizjournals.com) Más...