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Design of an Electronically-Interfaced Dispatchable Power Generation Source to Facilitate Islanding and Autonomous Operation of a Distribution Network
Integration of Photovoltaic Power Systems in High-Penetration Clusters for Distribution Networks and Mini-Grids
Planned Islanding as a Distribution System Operation Tool for Reliability Enhancement
Integration of Photovoltaic Power Systems in High-Penetration Clusters for Distribution Networks and Mini-Grids
Planned Islanding as a Distribution System Operation Tool for Reliability Enhancement
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Publication - Demand Response Implementation for Remote Communities - Installation Challenges and Initial Results for the Village of Hartley Bay
CETC Number 2011-120 / 2011-08-31 Abstract A demand response system has been installed in the Village of Hartley Bay, a remote community in BC, Canada, with the intent improving overall general dispatch efficiency. This community of 170 people is supplied by a small electrical network that is powered by three diesel generators. The demand response system is being developed to shed or add demand when a predictive algorithm, "the typical curve," estimates an inefficient peak is to occur. ...
CETC Number 2011-120 / 2011-08-31 Abstract A demand response system has been installed in the Village of Hartley Bay, a remote community in BC, Canada, with the intent improving overall general dispatch efficiency. This community of 170 people is supplied by a small electrical network that is powered by three diesel generators. The demand response system is being developed to shed or add demand when a predictive algorithm, "the typical curve," estimates an inefficient peak is to occur. ...
Publication - Risk Assessment Framework for DG Connection to Distribution Systems
CETC Number 2011-123 / 2011-08-01 Abstract This study was motivated by the need to assess the risks for DG connection to the distribution system to assist stakeholders in developing cost effective and adequate interconnection standards. The scope of the study included the review of risk assessment/ management practices in the utility industry and other comparative industry; and developing a risk management methodology that can be adopted when establishing interconnection grid standards ...
CETC Number 2011-123 / 2011-08-01 Abstract This study was motivated by the need to assess the risks for DG connection to the distribution system to assist stakeholders in developing cost effective and adequate interconnection standards. The scope of the study included the review of risk assessment/ management practices in the utility industry and other comparative industry; and developing a risk management methodology that can be adopted when establishing interconnection grid standards ...
Publication - Maximum Generating Capacity of a Wind Farm Connected to 25 kV Distribution Feeder
CETC Number 2010-152 / 2011-04-27 Abstract The goal of this study was to determine the maximum generating capacity of a wind farm connected to a 25 kV distribution line. This technical maximum capacity depends on network stability during steady‐state conditions as well as in response to a fault or a wind gust. Although this type of investigation should be undertaken for every wind farm integration project, the goal of the present study is to provide general guidance for electricity ...
CETC Number 2010-152 / 2011-04-27 Abstract The goal of this study was to determine the maximum generating capacity of a wind farm connected to a 25 kV distribution line. This technical maximum capacity depends on network stability during steady‐state conditions as well as in response to a fault or a wind gust. Although this type of investigation should be undertaken for every wind farm integration project, the goal of the present study is to provide general guidance for electricity ...
Publication - Coordinated Active Power Curtailment of Grid Connected PV Inverters for Overvoltage Prevention
CETC Number 2010-178 / 2011-04-07 Abstract Overvoltages in low voltage (LV) feeders with high penetration of Photovoltaics (PV) are usually prevented by limiting feeder’s PV capacity to very conservative values, even if the critical periods rarely occur. This paper discusses the use of droop based active power curtailment (APC) techniques for overvoltage prevention in radial LV feeders as a means for increasing the installed PV capacity and energy yield. Two schemes are proposed and ...
CETC Number 2010-178 / 2011-04-07 Abstract Overvoltages in low voltage (LV) feeders with high penetration of Photovoltaics (PV) are usually prevented by limiting feeder’s PV capacity to very conservative values, even if the critical periods rarely occur. This paper discusses the use of droop based active power curtailment (APC) techniques for overvoltage prevention in radial LV feeders as a means for increasing the installed PV capacity and energy yield. Two schemes are proposed and ...
Publication - Smart Grid in Canada - Overview of the Industry in 2010
CETC Number 2011-027 / 2011-04-04 Abstract The modernization of electrical infrastructure is underway in many countries around the world. Motivated by important drivers such as economic development, national security, and environmental and clean energy objectives, provinces, states and countries are prioritizing innovation in their electrical grids and striving to build a "smart grid". In Canada, smart grids have been progressing for some time. During Industry Canada’s Digital ...
CETC Number 2011-027 / 2011-04-04 Abstract The modernization of electrical infrastructure is underway in many countries around the world. Motivated by important drivers such as economic development, national security, and environmental and clean energy objectives, provinces, states and countries are prioritizing innovation in their electrical grids and striving to build a "smart grid". In Canada, smart grids have been progressing for some time. During Industry Canada’s Digital ...
Publication - Review of Smart Grid Activities
CETC Number 2011-021 / 2011-04-04 Abstract The modernization of electricity networks toward a "smart grid", referring to the use of information and communication technologies in support of the operation of the electrical networks, is under way. This move is in order to improve their reliability, facilitate integration of renewable energy and electric cars, and better manage power consumption. A number of actors are involved in the development of a modern electricity network and a new ...
CETC Number 2011-021 / 2011-04-04 Abstract The modernization of electricity networks toward a "smart grid", referring to the use of information and communication technologies in support of the operation of the electrical networks, is under way. This move is in order to improve their reliability, facilitate integration of renewable energy and electric cars, and better manage power consumption. A number of actors are involved in the development of a modern electricity network and a new ...
Publication - Microgrid R&D Collaboration
CETC Number 2011-019 / 2011-03-31 Abstract Microgrids are electrical sub‐networks within the distribution grid that can be disconnected from the larger system; in this ‘islanded’ mode, microgrids are self‐sufficient and can autonomously supply their internal load from connected distributed generation (DG) within. However, currently the practice of intentional islanding or autonomous operation of DG permitting such operation is not encouraged or permitted by utilities. As a precursor ...
CETC Number 2011-019 / 2011-03-31 Abstract Microgrids are electrical sub‐networks within the distribution grid that can be disconnected from the larger system; in this ‘islanded’ mode, microgrids are self‐sufficient and can autonomously supply their internal load from connected distributed generation (DG) within. However, currently the practice of intentional islanding or autonomous operation of DG permitting such operation is not encouraged or permitted by utilities. As a precursor ...
Publication - Smart Communication for Distributed Energy Resources
CETC Number 2011-012 / 2011-03-30 Abstract Telecommunications have become imperative in most technical fields, and the energy sector is no exception. The term “smart grid” is strongly associated with the integration of communication technologies with the world of energy and electrical grids. The project’s main objective was to study and facilitate the integration of renewable energy, energy efficiency and distributed energy resources (DERs) into the power grid by studying how this ...
CETC Number 2011-012 / 2011-03-30 Abstract Telecommunications have become imperative in most technical fields, and the energy sector is no exception. The term “smart grid” is strongly associated with the integration of communication technologies with the world of energy and electrical grids. The project’s main objective was to study and facilitate the integration of renewable energy, energy efficiency and distributed energy resources (DERs) into the power grid by studying how this ...
Publication - International R&D Collaboration on Photovoltaic Hybrid Systems within Mini-grids
CETC Number 2011-015 / 2011-03-30 Abstract Canada has over 300 remote communities that rely primarily on diesel gensets with high generation costs to produce electricity ($0.13‐$2.45 per kWh in the Northwest Territories. Meanwhile, electricity generation costs from grid‐connected photovoltaics (PV) range from roughly C$0.38/kWh to C$0.75/kWh and have been decreasing steadily. Thus, for many communities, PV and other renewables present an economic option for both lowering electricity ...
CETC Number 2011-015 / 2011-03-30 Abstract Canada has over 300 remote communities that rely primarily on diesel gensets with high generation costs to produce electricity ($0.13‐$2.45 per kWh in the Northwest Territories. Meanwhile, electricity generation costs from grid‐connected photovoltaics (PV) range from roughly C$0.38/kWh to C$0.75/kWh and have been decreasing steadily. Thus, for many communities, PV and other renewables present an economic option for both lowering electricity ...
Publication - Planning and Operation of Active Distribution Networks
CETC Number 2011-018 / 2011-03-30 Abstract Canadian utilities are investigating cost‐effective technical solutions that will allow distribution lines to accommodate more distributed generation (DG), storage and demand‐side resources while operating their networks in a more reliable, efficient and self‐healing manner. In modernized active smart distribution networks, advanced meter infrastructure (AMI) and intelligent ICTs will collect information on the operating conditions of ...
CETC Number 2011-018 / 2011-03-30 Abstract Canadian utilities are investigating cost‐effective technical solutions that will allow distribution lines to accommodate more distributed generation (DG), storage and demand‐side resources while operating their networks in a more reliable, efficient and self‐healing manner. In modernized active smart distribution networks, advanced meter infrastructure (AMI) and intelligent ICTs will collect information on the operating conditions of ...