DERMS and the Decentralized Grid Revolution
Unlocking cost savings, real-time control, and resilience with intelligent distributed energy management Introduction As the energy landscape evolves, Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems (DERMS) play a crucial role in integrating renewable energy resources and optimizing grid performance. DERMS enable utilities to efficiently manage distributed energy resources (DERs) such as inverter-based resources (IBRs), electric vehicles […]
Resilience for Power Systems
Current and Future Trends with A Look at Recent HILF Events The consumption of energy and its transformation into electricity are essential for societal progress. As the Rockefeller Foundation highlights, electricity is a key driver of economic competitiveness and prosperity more now than in previous centuries. Even developing economies depend heavily on stable, reliable, and […]
Distribution System Reliability: A Brief Overview of Electrical Grid Reliability and Measuring it Using Reliability Indexes
Introduction Electricity is an essential part of modern life, powering homes, businesses, and industries. A reliable electrical distribution system ensures continuous power supply with minimal interruptions. However, outages occur due to weather events, equipment failures, or operational issues. Measuring and improving power system reliability is key to maintaining a stable and efficient grid. Standard IEEE […]
An In-Depth Overview of Electrical Generation, Transmission, Distribution, and Future Innovations
High level conceptual picture of Generation, Transmission and Distribution Systems Electricity powers modern civilization, enabling technological advancements and industrial growth. Its journey from generation to end-users involves intricate systems of infrastructure and management. This whitepaper explores the critical stages of this journey — generation, transmission, and distribution — while examining the transformative potential of Distributed […]
Empowering Wind Farm Engineers with AI
A Hands-On Guide to Choosing the Perfect Turbine Introduction Choosing the right turbine for a wind farm is a high-stakes decision, with the potential to impact everything from energy output to the longevity of the farm itself. Wind farm engineers face a daunting challenge: sifting through countless datasheets, each packed with technical specifications, to find […]
The Evolution of Demand Response with OpenADR 2.0b
Introduction: The rising demand for energy, fueled by factors such as the adoption of electric vehicles, the constant construction of new data centers, and the increased use of electric devices, is presenting significant challenges to the modern energy grid in terms of capacity, reliability, and adaptability. OpenADR (Open Automated Demand Response) is a protocol developed […]
