This seminar discusses micro-turbine generator (MTG) systems. MTGs are small, high-speed power plants that typically include a turbine, compressor, generator, and power electronics. They can be used for distributed energy applications to provide power for small to medium commercial and industrial loads. MTGs have recuperated or unrecuperated designs, with recuperated MTGs having higher efficiency due to heat recovery. They work by drawing in air, compressing and combusting it to power a turbine and generator. The generator output is then conditioned and converted to utility frequencies and voltages. MTGs have applications for backup power, power quality/reliability, and cogeneration. Future developments