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In block 3820, real-time data sources communicate with the virtual microgrid model via a portal or interface with the model. In this manner, the hyper-accurate power system model of the microgrid is able to obtain real-time data for analysis based on interactions with numerous data sources. This enables the microgrid to address the broadest possible cross-section of distributed energy management. For instance, real-time data from market pricing technologies may be received via the microgrid portal and used to create or simulate various market-based scenarios, which can then be used as critical input into decisions regarding the use of distributed energy resources within the microgrid.