GE Vernova, TECO to enhance Taiwan grid
The companies celebrated the groundbreaking of the ZhangGong Step-up Substation and the YongXing Switchyard in Changhua County
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Taiwan, Changua County: GE Vernova’s Grid Solutions business and TECO Electric and Machinery Co (TECO) celebrated the groundbreaking of the ZhangGong Step-up Substation and the YongXing Switchyard in Changhua County, central Taiwan. The substations, owned by Taiwan Power Company will be installed with two units of GE Vernova’s cutting-edge ±200 Mvar STATCOM (Static Synchronous Compensator) systems, following the closure of a deal between the company and TECO in early 2024.
GE Vernova will deliver the STATCOM system and transformer solution and TECO will manage civil work and overall site operations. The STATCOMs, connected via a 161 kV transmission line, will facilitate the integration of more renewable energy into the area, as well as other regions in Taiwan, while aiming to enhance the overall stability of the grid.
Mr. Pin Chang, President from Intelligence Energy Business Group of TECO commented: “TECO has outstanding electromechanical technology and a proven track record in the field of electromechanical engineering. Through its collaboration with GE Vernova, we can enhance Taiwan’s renewable power grid and ensure a more stable electricity supply.”
Shailesh Mishra, Regional Leader for GE Vernova’s Grid System Integration business in APAC, added: “We are honoured to contribute to Taiwan’s renewable energy goals through the deployment of our advanced STATCOM technology. This collaboration with TECO underscores our commitment to sustainable energy solutions that drive positive change on a global scale.”
Source: GE Vernova