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India has added over 87,000 ckm of transmission lines to the grid since FY19, it was informed in Parliament recently. In a very recent written reply in the Rajya Sabha, R.K. Singh, Union minister for power and new & renewable energy, said that India has seen the addition of 87,397 ckm of transmission lines during the period between FY19 and FY24 (up to October 31, 2023). The period covers a little over five and a half fiscal year, starting from April 1, 2019 to October 31, 2023. The transmission lines discussed here are of 220kV or above. #powertransmission #powerdistribution

This was always what I pictured when I was going to school for renewable energy engineering and its amazing to see how quickly its come and how much further we have yet to go #energytransition #renewableenergy #stantecproud #stantec

*Huge About 13.5 GW renewable energy capacity added during calendar year 2023. India, 4th globally in Renewable Energy Installed. Capacity, 4th in Wind Power capacity and 5th in Solar Power capacity. In line with the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi announcement at COP26, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is working towards achieving 500 GW Non-Fossil based electricity generation capacity by 2030

Europe's energy transition hinges on electrification, but we need to get serious about storage and grid expansion. In addition to renewable energy, storage technologies and grid expansion are crucial to electrification. Renewables are inherently variable resources, so we need to store the excess energy they produce when demand is low so we can dispatch it when demand is higher than generation. Today, Europe relies on pumped hydro storage for 90% of its storage needs, but the need for batteries is pressing, both at utility- and prosumer-scale. Altogether, storage technologies should reach in total 191 GW of capacity by 2030 and up to 488 GW by 2050, a huge increase from current levels of 6 GW. Power generation is just part of the solution. We will get nowhere with all of these resources if our grids are not up to the task. The urgency is on to drive the expansion and digitalisation of electricity grids. More on #PowerBarometer23: https://lnkd.in/gtZj8btY

The Electricity Networks Commissioner’s report has been published today and it's really great news for the UK. Matthieu Hue, CEO of EDF Renewables UK & Ireland, said: "Accelerating the investment in our grid infrastructure is absolutely critical to deliver net zero. We have a large pipeline of wind, solar and battery projects we want to build and we have been calling for faster grid development to avoid lengthy and expensive delays, which are stopping the UK benefitting from its renewables resources which can produce secure and affordable energy. The report calls for more anticipatory investment in key areas where renewable projects will be built, which is essential but we need to see the recommendations actioned quickly. This will also allow for the wider changes we need to see in the system such as rolling out electric vehicles and heat pumps, which are also essential to deliver on net zero." https://ow.ly/TX6h50PsF1j #AcceleratingCleanEnergy #ElectricityNetworks #Grid

Eskom’s Chief Engineer Explores Western Cape’s Energy Developments Premier Alan Winde’s 22nd Energy Digicon welcomed Mr. Lester Geldenhuis, Chief Engineer at Eskom in the Western Cape, as a distinguished guest to shed light on key developments in the province’s energy sector. During the event, Mr. Geldenhuis delved into Eskom’s efforts in transmission grid development, power generation forecasting, and the growing significance of independent power producers (IPPs) in enhancing power generation capacity. Exploring the Western Cape’s energy grid, it was revealed that the transmission network encompasses 18 substations and 31 lines spanning 3350 km. The province generates more than 4500 MWs of power, peaking at 4000 MWs, with IPPs […] Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/dCwmR8te #solarenergy #alternativeenergy #solarpv #pvsolar #photovoltaic #cleanenergy #cleantech #climatechange #middleeast #africa #india #asiapacific #asia #africa #eskom #renewableenergy #southafrica #transmissionsystem #westerncape

As we continue our journey towards a renewable energy future, the landscape in Australia & New Zealand is evolving rapidly. Throughout last couple of years, a significant trend has emerged: consistent growth and increased interest in companies with underlying renewable assets. In this dynamic environment, TECO Australia & New Zealand's timely supply of the 2.1MW 6.6kV 8Pole Generator to the Hydro Power Industry has been significant. Hydro is one of the solutions for replacing the 19GW of energy that will be needed by 2040 if we are to retire coal-fired power stations and still maintain reliable energy supply. Hydropower it's a renewable energy source. It doesn't depend on specific weather conditions or sunshine. Hydropower plants have the capability to quickly adjust their electricity generation up and down compared to other power sources like nuclear, coal, and natural gas. This flexibility allows them to respond rapidly to changes in demand or supply. The role of hydro power and its ability to rapidly adjust production makes it a cornerstone in our renewable portfolio, offering a stable and reliable energy source amidst the increasing adoption of variable renewables. We'd love to hear your thoughts on this synergy between policy, market demand, and technological innovation. How do you see this influencing the future of renewable energy in our region? _____________________________________   We are TECO Australia and New Zealand   ✔️ Specialise in designing and supplying superior quality motors, drives, air conditioners & home appliances known for their high efficiency and reliability, making them the preferred choice for industry.   ✔️ Dedicated to delivering outstanding customer service and tailor-made solutions. We aim to be the trusted partner in your industry.   Like this post? Want to see more?   🔔 Ring it on our profile Follow TECO Australia & New Zealand #electricmotors #variablespeeddrives #electricalengineering #mechanicalengineering #newzeland 

Congratulations to Zenobē on reaching financial close & starting construction on their 300 MW/600 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at Kilmarnock, Scotland. The contracts between Zenobē & National Grid are amongst the world's first to provide true synthetic inertia - and other vital grid services. They are also the first to be included in the 'NOA Stability Pathfinder': a National Grid initiative to find cost-effective ways to address stability issues in the UK electricity system created by the decline in transmission connected synchronous generation as it's displaced by variable, inverter connected / non-synchronous, renewables (https://lnkd.in/eJAck6Zn). Hence why the reference to 'true synthetic inertia' is especially cool 🙂 Grid stability is a particular issue in Scotland given transmission constraints connecting with the major load centers in England combined with the already high - and rapidly increasing - use of #windenergy. FYI in 2022, wind turbines generated more than half (55%) of Scotland's electricity and met about 100% of Scottish consumption. All to say that, where there's a need, the market once again finds a way of delivering an innovative solution: Kilmarnock is part of Zenobē's large Scottish BESS portfolio which already stands at £750-million, 1.2 GW and 2.4 GWh and which Zenobe expects will reduce energy bills by £1-billion over the next 15 years. This is exciting not just from a technical perspective in addressing stability issues and providing immediate relief to north-south grid constraints. It is also because, in the brave new renewable energy world into which Scotland is rapidly advancing, it demonstrates that innovative solutions to apparently intractable problems exist. And these solutions are exactly the sort of high value-add projects to which Scotland's many hi-tech suppliers are ideally placed to contribute. https://lnkd.in/enU_HC4h

Hitachi Energy’s HVDC Technology to Power Marinus Link, a Key Step Toward Australia’s Net Zero Ambitions Hitachi Energy has been selected by Marinus Link Pty Ltd (MLPL) to supply a high-voltage direct current (HVDC) project of national significance, which will augment the connection between mainland Australia and Tasmania’s grid. The approximately 345-kilometer cable route HVDC system will enable the flow of renewable power in both directions between the Victorian and Tasmanian states. For the first time in Australia, Marinus Link will use advanced converter technology at both ends of the link to stabilize and integrate more and more renewables into the power grid. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/gmCuA9yJ #solarenergy #alternativeenergy #solarpv #pvsolar #photovoltaic #cleanenergy #cleantech #climatechange #middleeast #africa #india #asiapacific #asia #australia #cleanenergy #hitachienergy #hvdctechnology #marinuslink #netzero #renewableenergy

Transgrid has released a Project Assessment Draft Report (PADR) outlining solutions to strengthen New South Wales' electricity grid as coal retires and renewables increase. After identifying 100 potential solutions, Transgrid's preferred approach includes installing between eight and fourteen synchronous condensers, modifying hydro generators, and deploying 4.8GW of batteries with grid-forming capabilities. This comprehensive plan aims to maintain system security and support the Federal Government’s target of 82% renewable generation by 2030. Marie Jordan, Transgrid’s Executive General Manager, emphasized the importance of system strength to ensure grid stability during this rapid energy transition. Read the full article here - https://lnkd.in/gRTBFjuG Follow our page now to stay updated on Australian energy news. #energyinsights #energytransition #renewableenergy