Description - Renewable Energy in Power Systems by Leon Freris
Renewable Energy (RE) sources differ from conventional sources in
that, generally they cannot be scheduled, they are much smaller
than conventional power stations and are often connected to the
electricity distribution system rather than the transmission
system. The integration of such time variable
?distributed? or ?embedded? sources into
electricity networks requires special consideration.
This new book addresses these special issues and covers the
following:
The characteristics of conventional and RE generators with
particular reference to the variable nature of RE from wind, solar,
small hydro and marine sources over time scales ranging from
seconds to months
The power balance and frequency stability in a network with
increasing inputs from variable sources and the technical and
economic implications of increased penetration from such
sources with special reference to demand side management
The conversion of energy into electricity from RE sources and
the type and characteristics of generators used
The requirement to condition the power from RE sources and the
type and mode of operation of the power electronic converters used
to interface such generators to the grid
The flow of power over networks supplied from conventional plus
RE sources with particular reference to voltage control and
protection
The economics and trading of ?green? electricity in
national and international deregulated markets
The expected developments in RE technology and the future shape
of power systems where the penetration from RE sources is large and
where substantial operational and control benefits will be
derived from extensive use of power electronic interfaces and
controllers
The text is designed to be intelligible to readers who have
little previous knowledge of electrical engineering. The more
analytical electrical aspects are relegated to an Appendix for
readers who wish to gain a more in depth understanding. The
book?s flexible structure makes its accessible to the general
engineer or scientists but also caters for readers with a
non-scientific background. Economists, planners and environmental
specialists will find parts of the book informative.
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