Case Study Report: Microgrids for Distribution Centers

Microgrid Case Study for Logistics Centers by Ampcontrol

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Ampcontrol has released Case Study: Microgrid for Logistic Centers, a comprehensive report showcasing how logistics and distribution hubs can leverage solar, batteries, and intelligent charging to electrify their fleets at scale. Focusing on a real deployment at a major distribution center in the Netherlands, the report details how integrating a microgrid with advanced smart charging dramatically improves operational efficiency while overcoming grid limitations.

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Solving Electrification Bottlenecks Through Integrated Energy Management

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The case study highlights how the combination of Ampcontrol’s microgrid controller (AmpEdge) and cloud-based smart charging platform enables sites to optimize energy flow and charging demand in real time. By coordinating solar generation, stationary storage, building loads, and 360 kW fast chargers, the system ensures reliable vehicle readiness without exceeding grid capacity.

Integrated telematics and TMS data further allow automated scheduling, real-time reoptimization, and seamless coordination with 3PL operators—reducing manual work and eliminating planning complexities for dispatch teams.

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Proven Impact Across Operations and Energy Use

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The microgrid-enabled smart charging solution delivered strong measurable results across key KPIs:

• 36% reduction in driver wait time, driven by automated scheduling and charger reservations.
  
  
• 19% increase in charging speed, enabled by dynamic load control and battery support.
  
  
• ~15% increase in on-site solar utilization, lowering energy costs and maximizing renewable energy use.
  
  
• Higher throughput per charger, allowing the site to support more electric trucks without expanding grid capacity.
  
  

These improvements empowered the logistics operator to scale from 20 to 30+ electric trucks while keeping operations consistent and cost-effective.

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