Power Systems Operation and Control Workshop Training by Tonex
Advanced Power Systems Operation and Control Workshop is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of modern power systems operation and control, focusing on the integration of renewable energy sources, distributed energy resources (DERs), and advanced power electronics technologies. The workshop will cover various aspects of power systems, from regional grids to photovoltaic (PV) power generation, HVDC interconnections, and energy storage technologies.
By the end of the workshop, participants will have gained a deep understanding of modern power systems operation and control, with a focus on renewable energy integration, HVDC technologies, and energy storage solutions. They will be equipped with valuable knowledge to contribute to the advancement of sustainable and reliable energy systems.
Learning Objectives:
- Gain insights into the fundamentals of power systems operation, control, and stability.
- Understand the challenges and opportunities of integrating renewable energy sources into the grid and regional grid (RG).
- Learn about photovoltaic power generation systems and their integration techniques.
- Explore the concept of Microgrids and distributed energy resources (DERs) and their impact on grid operations.
- Understand various Renewable Energy (RE) generation methods and their characteristics.
- Familiarize yourself with power electronics technologies and their role in power systems control.
- Learn about High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) systems and their significance in regional grid interconnections.
- Understand the planning and challenges of grid interconnection for advanced power systems.
- Explore the role of battery energy storage technologies in maintaining grid stability and reliability.
- Discuss different types of loads connected to the power systems.
- Describe the concept of voltage stability and frequency droop.
- Model the dynamics of governor and automatic voltage regulator (AVR).
- Illustrate the concept of stability and operation in multi-machine power systems.
- Explain the step-by-step process of power flow analysis.
- Learn about advance power systems planning, renewable energy, Battery Energy
- Storage Technologies for Grid, HVDC and Regional Grid Interconnection.
Target Audience:
- Power systems engineers and professionals
- Regional power operators
- Energy policymakers and regulators
- Researchers and academics in the field of energy and power systems
- Students pursuing electrical engineering or energy-related disciplines
Workshop Agenda:
Introduction to Power Systems Operation and Control
• Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution
• Basic concepts of power generation, transmission, and distribution
• Importance of grid stability and reliability
• Grid Stability and Reliability
• Load and Generation Balance
• Frequency and Voltage Control
• Control Centers and SCADA
• Importance of Power Systems Operation and Control
• Reliability and Effective operation and control strategies prevent blackouts
• Economic Efficiency
• Optimal control of generation resources and operational costs
• Integration of Renewable Energy
• Renewable energy sources
• Solar and wind advanced control techniques
• Grid Stability
• Grid Resilience
• Environmental Impact Power System Background
• Power Flow Analysis
• AC power flow.
• DC power flow.
• Solutions for power flow.
Renewable Energy (RE) Generation Methods
• Solar Energy
• Photovoltaic (PV) Systems
• Concentrated Solar Power (CSP)
• Wind Turbines
• Hydropower
• Hydroelectric Power Plants
• Biomass Energy
• Geothermal Energy
•Photovoltaic (PV) Power Generation Systems
• Regional Grids (RG)
• PV technology fundamentals and working principles
• Grid integration challenges and solutions for PV systems
• Distributed Energy Resources (DERs)
• Definition and types of DERs (wind, solar, microgrids, etc.)
• Impact of DERs on grid operations and management
Energy Demand Characteristics
• Load Duration Curve
• Base Load, Peak Load, and Intermediate Load
• Energy Demand Patterns and
• Load Forecasting
• Demand Response
• Variable and Intermittent Renewable Generation
• Energy Demand Characteristics
Power Electronics and HVDC
• Role of power electronics in power systems control
• Introduction to HVDC technology and its advantages
• HVDC and Regional Grid Interconnection
• Benefits and challenges of HVDC interconnections between regional grids
• Case studies of successful HVDC interconnection projects
Grid Interconnection of Advanced Power Systems Planning
• Planning considerations for integrating advanced power systems into existing grids
• Mitigating challenges related to variability and intermittency
Battery Energy Storage Technologies for Grid
• Significance of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Role of BEE in Supporting Grid Operations
• Applications of Battery Energy Storage
• Importance of Battery Energy Storage Systems
• Grid Stability and Frequency Regulation
• Load Shifting and Peak Shaving
• Renewable Energy Integration
• Ancillary Services
• Battery Technologies
• Lithium-Ion Batteries
• Flow Batteries
• Solid-State Batteries
• Emerging Technology
• High energy density, improved safety, and faster charging
• Peak Load Management
• Frequency Regulation
• Microgrid Support
• Renewable Integration and Energy Time Shifting
• Backup Power and Grid Resilience
• Challenges and Considerations
• Cost and Economics
• Lifecycle and Degradation
• Regulatory and Policy Framework
• Integration and Control
Economic Operation of Power Systems (Economic Dispatch)
• Formulation of economic dispatch problem.
• Classical economic dispatch.
• Economic dispatch considering generator and line limits.
• Penalty factors.
Interactive Activities:
• Case studies and real-world examples
• Group discussions and problem-solving exercises
• Hands-on simulations of grid control and operation scenarios