Fred Thwaites, a project lead with Ameresco, discuses control systems for the newly constructed solar microgrid at U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Petaluma, Petaluma, California, March 27, 2025. The microgrid construction project was part of an energy savings performance contract with Ameresco to enhance the training center’s electric infrastructure and continuity of operations. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Kenneth Wiese)