Electric power distribution

Xinhua Silk Road: China State Grid makes new breakthrough in DC power distribution tech

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021

Electric power distribution, Electrical engineering, Articles, Electric power, Energy, Electric power transmission systems, State Grid Corporation of China, Xicheng District, Direct current, Electrical grid, DC distribution system, Smart grid in China

BEIJING, June 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC) has made new technological breakthroughs in direct current (DC) power distribution with Pangdong DC central station put into service on Tuesday by State Grid Jiangsu Electric Power Co., Ltd, a subsidiary of SGCC.

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BEIJING, June 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC) has made new technological breakthroughs in direct current (DC) power distribution with Pangdong DC central station put into service on Tuesday by State Grid Jiangsu Electric Power Co., Ltd, a subsidiary of SGCC.
Functioning for AC/DC conversion and power distribution, the Pangdong station acts as one of the two "hearts" for State Grid Jiangsu's demonstrative low and medium voltage (LV/MV DC) distribution project, which is expected to become a world leading LV/MV DC distribution system with the largest scale, complete voltage levels as well as latest technical equipments when completed this August.
Listed as a national key R&D project in 2018 with construction kicked off last May, the demonstation project is applied and undertaken by State Grid Jiangsu.
With accumulative DC load of 10.5MW, the system is capable of different DC output at 10KV, 750V, and 375V for meeting different power demand.

Xinhua Silk Road: China State Grid makes new breakthrough in DC power distribution tech

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Tuesday, June 29, 2021

BEIJING, June 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC) has made new technological breakthroughs in direct current (DC) power distribution with Pangdong DC central station put into service on Tuesday by State Grid Jiangsu Electric Power Co., Ltd, a subsidiary of SGCC.

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BEIJING, June 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC) has made new technological breakthroughs in direct current (DC) power distribution with Pangdong DC central station put into service on Tuesday by State Grid Jiangsu Electric Power Co., Ltd, a subsidiary of SGCC.
Functioning for AC/DC conversion and power distribution, the Pangdong station acts as one of the two "hearts" for State Grid Jiangsu's demonstrative low and medium voltage (LV/MV DC) distribution project, which is expected to become a world leading LV/MV DC distribution system with the largest scale, complete voltage levels as well as latest technical equipments when completed this August.
Listed as a national key R&D project in 2018 with construction kicked off last May, the demonstation project is applied and undertaken by State Grid Jiangsu.
With accumulative DC load of 10.5MW, the system is capable of different DC output at 10KV, 750V, and 375V for meeting different power demand.

Global Smart Meter Markets Report 2021: Next-Generation Smart Metering Intelligence to Unlock the Future Grid Potential - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, June 28, 2021

Utilities, Energy, Energy, Articles, Electric power distribution, Electric power, Internet of things, Smart meter, Electrical grid, Renewable energy policy, Net metering

The "Next-Generation Smart Metering Intelligence to Unlock the Future Grid Potential" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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The "Next-Generation Smart Metering Intelligence to Unlock the Future Grid Potential" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
The global smart meter market continued to register strong growth in 2019, as major rollouts continued to accelerate.
Market growth is led by smaller utilities rolling out smart metering and higher replacement rates for the existing base with second-generation metering, all likely to drive growth in the future.
What are the predominant communication technologies in key country markets, and what is the potential for change in the future?

Global Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Market to Reach $12.5 Billion by 2026

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Friday, June 25, 2021

AMI, Electric power distribution

SAN FRANCISCO, June 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --A new market study published by Global Industry Analysts Inc., (GIA) the premier market research company, today released its report titled "Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" .

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SAN FRANCISCO, June 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --A new market study published by Global Industry Analysts Inc., (GIA) the premier market research company, today released its report titled "Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" .
Amid the COVID-19 crisis, the global market for Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) estimated at US$7.3 Billion in the year 2020, is projected to reach a revised size of US$12.5 Billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 9.5% over the analysis period.
The U.S. Market is Estimated at $1.2 Billion in 2021, While China is Forecast to Reach $4.7 Billion by 2026
Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) market in the U.S. is estimated at US$1.2 Billion in the year 2021.
Global Industry Analysts, Inc., ( www.strategyr.com ) is a renowned market research publisher the world`s only influencer driven market research company.

Innovative Mobile Technology Increases Renewable Energy Penetration in Southeastern Europe

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Thursday, June 24, 2021

Electric power distribution, Electric power transmission systems, Electrical grid

The mobile power flow control solution was installed in north-east Bulgaria, where 750 MW of wind generation is installed.

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The mobile power flow control solution was installed in north-east Bulgaria, where 750 MW of wind generation is installed.
This rapid deployment method houses state-of-the-art technology that allows TSOs to control power flows on their grid.
ESO is proud to be part of this important work, which is vitally important to the Southeastern European network."
Dimitar continued, "the value of Smart Wires' mobile technology is that it can be delivered in months, installed in hours and reused at multiple different locations.

New Legislation Facilitates Renewable Development via Grid Enhancing Technologies (GETs)

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Electric power transmission systems, Electric power distribution, Electrical grid, Energy, Renewable energy, Photovoltaics

This bill integrates Grid Enhancing Technologies (GETs) into the process that System Operators and Transmission Owners undertake when an interconnection customer, such as a renewable generator or energy storage provide, requests connection to the grid.

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This bill integrates Grid Enhancing Technologies (GETs) into the process that System Operators and Transmission Owners undertake when an interconnection customer, such as a renewable generator or energy storage provide, requests connection to the grid.
The legislation is a timely response to the steady increase that renewable developers have seen to connection wait times and costs over the past decade .
GETs have been shown to double the amount of renewables that can connect to the grid compared to traditional approaches to infrastructure upgrades.
"Coming from the wind industry, I understand the pain that renewable developers feel as they wait years and pay upwards of hundreds of millions of dollars to interconnect to the grid.

South Elgin to Use ComEd Smart Grid to Read Water Meters

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021

The ComEd smart grid that has provided record levels of electric service and more control over energy use and costs will provide even more value for South Elgin, Ill., as it becomes one of the first communities in the region to use the smart meter infrastructure to enable smart water meters.

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The ComEd smart grid that has provided record levels of electric service and more control over energy use and costs will provide even more value for South Elgin, Ill., as it becomes one of the first communities in the region to use the smart meter infrastructure to enable smart water meters.
In addition to making service more reliable and resilient for families and businesses, ComEds smart grid network enables smart streetlights, smart water meters and other solutions that help conserve resources and enhance safety, said ComEd President and COO Terence Donnelly .
Smart water meters create efficiencies including the ability to read water meters remotely, obtain hourly consumption data, perform remote connect/disconnect and leak detection.
The South Elgin Public Works Department will oversee the installation of approximately 8,000 smart water meters beginning this summer and concluding early next year.

Black & Veatch Further Expands Power Transmission Team to Support Southeast Asia’s Sustainability Goals

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021

Construction & Property, Consulting, Other Energy, Engineering, Utilities, Professional services, Alternative energy, Manufacturing, Energy, Other Construction & Property, Articles, Electric power distribution, Electric power transmission systems, Energy, Black & Veatch, Electrical grid, Renewable energy

As the need for integrated power generation, transmission and distribution solutions grows across Asia, Black & Veatch has further strengthened its power transmission and distribution team with the appointment of Jerin Raj as its Asia Power Transmission & Distribution Business Director.

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As the need for integrated power generation, transmission and distribution solutions grows across Asia, Black & Veatch has further strengthened its power transmission and distribution team with the appointment of Jerin Raj as its Asia Power Transmission & Distribution Business Director.
With the share of renewable energy in Southeast Asias power generation mix increasing, the region will need more integrated power solutions to improve grid efficiencies and resilience.
Jerins deep knowledge of the regional power transmission sector will further enable Black & Veatch to help clients achieve profitability, reliability and compliance targets through cost and schedule certainty, said Narsingh Chaudhary, Black & Veatch's Executive Vice President & Managing Director, Asia Power Business.
In his previous roles, he organized and ran operations in Southeast Asia and helped to deliver power transmission infrastructure across the East Asia Pacific region.

Dominion Energy Virginia Customers to Benefit from a Stronger Grid, Expansion of Renewable Energy

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021

Electric power distribution, Electrical grid, Energy, Renewable energy, Articles, Emissions reduction, Energy policy

With Phase I of the Grid Transformation Plan (GT Plan) currently underway, Dominion Energy Virginia is now focusing its efforts on the second phase of the plan to provide smarter, stronger and greener energy solutions to customers.

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With Phase I of the Grid Transformation Plan (GT Plan) currently underway, Dominion Energy Virginia is now focusing its efforts on the second phase of the plan to provide smarter, stronger and greener energy solutions to customers.
"And as we bring more renewable energy onto our distribution grid to build a cleaner future, we must modernize the way the system works, including adding new capabilities.
We must act now and remain agile to deliver the reliable, affordable and increasingly clean energy that our customers want and expect."
Dominion Energy's proposed treatment of those costs ensures that customers will see no associated rate increase arising from that proceeding.

State’s Grid Operator Asks Electric Customers Across California to Conserve Power Today as Heat Wave Increases Energy Demand Across the West

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Friday, June 18, 2021

Energy, Utilities, Oil, Gas, Energy, Electric power, Articles, Temperature control, Electric power distribution, Energy in California, Demand response, Electrical grid, California Independent System Operator, Peak demand, Thermostat, Smart thermostat

The California Independent System Operator (CAISO) has issued the Flex Alert for today from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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The California Independent System Operator (CAISO) has issued the Flex Alert for today from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The grid operator forecasts an increase in electricity demand, primarily from air conditioning use, due to the heat wave.
Here are ways for customers to reduce energy use during the day:
Pre-cool your home or workspace by lowering your thermostat.
PG&Es Demand Response programs offer incentives for business owners and residential customers who curtail their energy use during times of peak demand.