Ofgem’s $9.12 M for SSEN Transmission
Ofgem has granted $9.12 M to SSEN Transmission’s two electricity projects.
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Scotland, Edinburgh: Ofgem has granted $9.12 M to SSEN Transmission’s two electricity projects.
Ofgem has granted $9.12 M to SSEN Transmission’s two electricity projects: the Network DC project and the Incentive project.
“Not only will these projects help support the energy system transition to net zero, but they will also provide us with valuable insights into how we can tackle some of the most significant challenges facing the UK’s transmission networks,” said Brant Wilson, SSEN Transmission Innovation Portfolio Manager. “These projects are amongst the first across the gas and electricity networks to reach the Beta phase and their focus on preparing our network for net zero is a significant step forward in helping us to meet our net zero targets. Our pioneering projects hold the potential to provide significant future cost savings and environmental benefits for our customers and stakeholders.”
The north of Scotland will require around 50 GW of renewable energy capacity to support net zero delivery by 2050. Currently, around 8 GW of renewable generation is connected in the north of Scotland.
Direct Current is a new development for the transmission network to meet the UK’s net-zero energy targets, so the Network DC project was awarded $7.71 M to use DC Circuit Breakers (DCCBs) in onshore HVDC hubs. The project is set to run from September 2023 – December 2026. DCCBs help reduce the amount of infrastructure required to deliver net-zero with a more flexible and cost-effective network and minimize risks of their implementation.
SSEN Transmission’s Incentive project was awarded $1.41 M to investigate new solutions to address blackouts and maintain reliance on fossil fuel generators by using new voltage, current and frequency control technologies with energy storage at the point of onshore connection of offshore wind farms. The project is set to run from September 2023 to September 2024.
Source: T&D World
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