Abstract
In order to meet national and international renewable energy targets, new methods of operating and managing electricity distribution networks are required. Renewable energy sources are abundant in Scotland but mainly exist in the west and north of the country, away from the main load centres. These sparsely populated areas are serviced by weaker distribution networks, which struggle to accommodate the introduction of large generator connections. These connections challenge the mode of operation of the distribution network, which was designed originally to operate passively and deliver unidirectional power flows to dispersed customers. If renewable energy connections to the distribution network are to be realised, without expensive uprating of existing network infrastructure, active network management is required.
Original language | English |
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Publication status | Published - 2005 |
Event | 18th International Conference and Exhibition on Electricity Distribution - Turin, Italy Duration: 6 Jun 2005 → 9 Jun 2005 |
Conference
Conference | 18th International Conference and Exhibition on Electricity Distribution |
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Abbreviated title | CIRED 2005 |
Country | Italy |
City | Turin |
Period | 6/06/05 → 9/06/05 |
Keywords
- renewable energy targets
- electricity distribution networks
- generator connections
- active network management