Naslov
Technical Limitations towards a SuperGrid - A European Prospective

Autori
Van Hertem, Dirk ; Ghandhari, Mehrdad ; Delimar, Marko

Vrsta, podvrsta i kategorija rada
Radovi u zbornicima skupova, cjeloviti rad (in extenso), znanstveni

Izvornik
Proceedings of IEEE ENERGYCON 2010 / - Manama : Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), 2010, 302-309

ISBN
9789990171105

Skup
IEEE International Energy Conference and Exhibition ENERGYCON 2010

Mjesto i datum
Manama, Bahrein, 18.12.2010. - 22.12.2010

Vrsta sudjelovanja
Pozvano predavanje

Vrsta recenzije
Međunarodna recenzija

Ključne riječi
VSC HVDC; multi-terminal; supergrid; renewable energy

Sažetak
In the search for a more sustainable energy supply, renewable energy sources are increasingly introduced into the power system. However, most of these sources are located far from the load centers, and the existing power system is getting overloaded. A supergrid is by many seen as a viable solution that allows a massive integration of these renewable energy sources into the European power system. By connecting energy sources that are located far from each other and by offering enhanced control, balancing services can be delivered. The geographic spread in its turn allows a more diversified energy portfolio. In the meanwhile it increases the security of supply. Although the supergrid has gotten much attention, it cannot be built yet. While the basic technology might seem available, several technical limitations still exist. This paper first describes the potential and need for a supergrid. The paper focuses on a meshed, multi-terminal VSC HVDC, and it is explained why this relatively new technology is believed to be the best suitable one for such a grid. Next the different difficulties or challenges that still exist are addressed.

Izvorni jezik
Engleski

Znanstvena područja
Elektrotehnika

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