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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of power generation systems do you offer?

IEA Power offers a comprehensive range of diesel and natural gas-fired power generation systems, tailored to meet diverse operational requirements. These solutions span from simple single-engine configurations to complex multi-engine, multi-utility paralleling systems, ensuring flexibility and scalability.

These systems can be engineered for standby operation to provide reliable backup during grid outages or optimized for peak shaving to reduce energy costs during high-demand periods. Additionally, they can be integrated into various demand-side response programs, supporting clients in enhancing energy efficiency and grid resilience.

IEA Power designs solutions specifically for your needs, not just “canned” systems that are not tailored to your specific circumstances.

IEA Power designed systems are currently operating at commercial & industrial facilities such as foundries, grocery stores, data centers, food processing plants, equipment manufacturers and even defense contractors.

IEA Power can customize a power generation system for any application that you require, including off grid generation and storage.

IEA Power can provide a turnkey solution that begins with an initial consultation and includes design, procurement, construction, and commissioning. IEA Power can even own, operate and maintain equipment on your behalf. This allows you to focus on your core business instead of the complex power generation system. It also means no up-front capital expenses, freeing up capital for higher return projects.

How do you determine the right system size and configuration for my facility?

This is a critical question with a complicated answer. IEA Power will perform a site survey to identify electrical loads starting with the largest and working down to the smallest. The types of loads play a role as well, large motors (fans, pumps etc.), UPS systems, lighting loads, solar equipment interconnections, computer equipment etc. Utilizing complex software to model and design your generation system with the required power to perform, even under the worst conditions.

The short answer is yes. IEA Power will evaluate the existing infrastructure, including any legacy systems, to ensure proper integration with new power generation systems. This process can be complicated and time-consuming, but should not be overlooked or oversimplified.

Generator enclosures can be customized for any circumstance.  From simple weather resistant enclosures designed to minimize space requirements to much larger enclosures designed to allow maintenance to be performed without having to endure harsh weather conditions. Sound silencing exhaust systems, combined with baffled intake and exhaust louvers, allow for adequate air flow while minimizing the noise released into the areas surrounding the generator(s). When multiple engines are required, IEA Power can design buildings capable of housing the generators, the switchgear, and all other required support equipment.

IEA Power can specify diesel or natural gas-powered systems.  For smaller systems, or remote systems not near utility natural gas supply, LP systems can also be utilized. Even biogas systems can be designed to utilize locally produced waste gases as fuel.

Specializing in adaptive solutions, IEA Power delivers custom designed control systems. Leveraging readily available off-the-shelf equipment wherever possible supports straightforward maintenance and long-term reliability. From single engine applications to multi engine paralleling systems, each configuration is crafted to strike a balance between both cost and performance. Remote monitoring and control systems are designed precisely with the unique requirements of your facility in mind.

IEA Power can work with you to design systems that incorporate any number of different energy sources from diesel and natural gas to solar and battery storage systems.

IEA Power can even incorporate natural gas turbines if the circumstances require that level of complexity, or if cogeneration (self-generating heat and power) is an option.

What does it mean when you say you can "own, operate, and maintain" the infrastructure?

IEA Power offers an all-in comprehensive service (Energy as a service) that incorporates designing, constructing, owning, operating, and maintaining power generation systems so that customers don’t have to.

Preserve capital for higher return projects.

You never have to think about maintenance or testing – it’s included.

IEA Power provides extensive preventive and corrective maintenance programs utilizing a state-of-the-art computerized maintenance management system. Through years of experience and data, the system is designed to help prevent serious problems from occurring.

Due to the inherent complexity of power generation systems, which include thousands of mechanical, electrical, and control components operating in demanding environments, IEA Power does not offer formal performance guarantees or uptime commitments. Even with rigorous preventive maintenance and testing, occasional malfunctions or breakdowns can occur. However, one of the key advantages of IEA Power owning and operating these assets is our commitment to rapid response: if an issue arises, IEA Power will act immediately to diagnose and repair the system and assume full responsibility for the cost of those repairs. Additionally, wherever economically feasible, incorporating built-in redundancy to help reduce single component failure and minimize the potential for system failure.

What is the typical cost range for a custom-engineered power system?

Because each system is custom designed and engineered to meet specific customer objectives, it’s not possible to provide accurate cost estimates without first conducting a site survey and having initial discussions about your operational needs. Costs can vary significantly based on a wide range of factors, including emissions control requirements, desired levels of redundancy, the complexity of utility and facility interconnections, fuel type and storage considerations, and many other site-specific variables. IEA Power’s goal is to develop a solution that aligns with your performance expectations and budget, and are committed to providing clear, detailed pricing upon understanding the full scope of your project.

IEA Power provides power generation systems using the Energy as a Service model. IEA Power can own the power generation assets, or the customer can own them with IEA Power offering professional asset management agreements that address operations and maintenance of these systems.

PPAs for Solar Power generating systems are offered and designed to optimize array size vs. cost that are developed to allow both parties to realize economic benefits from these systems.

Opportunities may exist for participation in various demand side management programs such as Peak Shaving or Interruptible Power programs. These programs can lower your cost for electricity by reducing electrical load during high demand scenarios. This can be done by either shutting down equipment, or with generation can gain the benefit without needing to shut down operations.

By adopting the Energy as a Service model, IEA Power can offer levelized pricing that eliminates the variability associated with expensive repairs and preventive maintenance at varying time intervals.

Having reliable standby power generation largely mitigates the cost impact associated with lengthy power outages. The ability to operate equipment in anticipation of grid disturbances means customers may be able to avoid any impact whatsoever from adverse weather conditions or utility maintenance activities.

Are your systems compliant with local, state, and federal regulations

IEA Power designed systems are fully compliant with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.

Through long-term ownership and operations, IEA Power has the experience to navigate environmental regulations and reporting efforts.

Do you offer low emissions or alternative fuel options?

IEA Power has experience working with biogas, natural gas and new low emission diesel systems.

Specializing in delivering reliable, scalable, and sustainable energy infrastructure—from solar PV systems to diesel and natural gas-fired backup power, IEA Power doesn’t believe in off-the-shelf fixes. We work closely with clients to develop bespoke energy strategies that align with sustainability goals.

In most cases the answer is yes. IEA Power will meet with you to review existing infrastructure and discuss how best to integrate these assets into new power generation systems.

Can the system be expanded as our energy needs grow?

IEA Power has experience supporting facility expansions years after the original construction was completed. This introduces additional complications that can be addressed and planned for during the initial build out. Through previously developed solutions, IEA Power has simplified and greatly reduced the cost of those future expansions.

IEA Power’s Asset Management services encompass comprehensive equipment life cycle maintenance. This method keeps every system designed having a forward-looking approach. From initial deployment to long-term operation, these solutions are built to accommodate future upgrades, technology enhancements, and evolving performance requirements.

With more than 40 years of experience, IEA Power brings a clear vision for the future of energy infrastructure. Experience that is used to modernize facilities with new and evolving technologies, adapt to changing regulatory standards, and adopt current operational best practices. Decades of field expertise illuminates what hasn’t or doesn’t work—insights that help avoid costly missteps, challenge outdated assumptions, and design solutions that are both practical and future-ready.  

Does IEA Power monitor the equipment?

Yes, IEA Power has remote monitoring and diagnostics through SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) platforms designed to:

  • Provide real-time information on equipment performance, energy usage/production, and faulty conditions.
  • Provide alerts through SMS and email to notify stakeholders instantly of critical alarms.
  • Allow operators to identify issues before they escalate.
  • Support secure remote access for authorized personnel across desktop, mobile, and tablet interfaces.
  • Integrate with third-party devices using protocols like Modbus, DNP3, and IEC standards.

This helps to keep your generators ready, secure, and responsive—no matter where you are located.

In the event of a system failure, IEA Power provides multi-tiered support:

  • 24/7 technical assistance from IEA Power’s operations team.
  • Remote troubleshooting and system recovery via secure channels
  • On-site intervention when remote resolution isn’t sufficient

These support avenues are designed to minimize downtime of critical systems.