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What is Power System Restructuring Power System Restructuring refers to the changing the way of commercialization of the existing power system to a completely new way to bring more transparency and competition in the power sector to get customers a cost effective and better power supply. Conventional Power System Structure however, the monopolized structure could not provide the customers efficient https://lnkd.in/gggPhMar

Last year in Woburn, Massachusetts, a power line was deployed across a 100-foot stretch of land. Passersby wouldn’t have found much interesting about the installation: The line was supported by standard utility poles, the likes of which most of us have driven by millions of times. In fact, the familiarity of the sight is a key part of the technology’s promise.The lines are designed to transport five to 10 times the amount of power of conventional transmission lines, using essentially the same footprint and voltage level. That will be key to helping them overcome the regulatory hurdles and community opposition that has made increasing transmission capacity nearly impossible across large s ...

Power Networks in Flux – Balancing the Unbalanced Unbalanced network conditions in power supplies can be deceptive because phase-to-neutral voltage measurements might not reveal the full picture. Here are why phase-to-phase voltages might not be close to each other even if phase-to-neutral voltages are: 1.           Unmatched Impedance: If the impedance in the transformer banks is unmatched, it can cause unbalanced conditions that are not apparent in phase-to-neutral measurements but will affect phase-to-phase voltages. 2.           Large Single-Phase Loads: When large single-phase loads are unevenly distributed across a three-phase network, it can create an imbalance that affects phase-to-phase voltages. 3.           Generation Faults: Faults in power generation can lead to unbalanced conditions that might not be detected by measuring phase-to-neutral voltages alone. In the case of Linden and Modderbee, officials may overlook unbalanced conditions by only considering phase-to-neutral or phase-to-phase voltages. It is crucial to measure both to get an accurate assessment of the power supply’s balance. Unbalanced conditions can lead to equipment damage, increased network losses, and inefficiencies. Therefore, comprehensive measurements and analysis are necessary to ensure the reliability and safety of the power supply. For an in-depth exploration of “Network in Flux, Balancing the Unbalanced,” please visit the blog page (https://lnkd.in/dmCiZfn7).

Another one of my favorite pipelines (partially) for sale! (Perhaps I have too many favorite pipelines, alas.) Read more for commentary on: —why REX is actually three pipelines now, each with distinct fundamentals —what could drive recontracting on the most challenged of these three https://lnkd.in/g35xaRQe

Power Networks in Flux – Balancing the Unbalanced Unbalanced network conditions in power supplies can be deceptive because phase-to-neutral voltage measurements might not reveal the full picture. Here are why phase-to-phase voltages might not be close to each other even if phase-to-neutral voltages are: 1.           Unmatched Impedance: If the impedance in the transformer banks is unmatched, it can cause unbalanced conditions that are not apparent in phase-to-neutral measurements but will affect phase-to-phase voltages. 2.           Large Single-Phase Loads: When large single-phase loads are unevenly distributed across a three-phase network, it can create an imbalance that affects phase-to-phase voltages. 3.           Generation Faults: Faults in power generation can lead to unbalanced conditions that might not be detected by measuring phase-to-neutral voltages alone. In the case of Linden and Modderbee, officials may overlook unbalanced conditions by only considering phase-to-neutral or phase-to-phase voltages. It is crucial to measure both to get an accurate assessment of the power supply’s balance. Unbalanced conditions can lead to equipment damage, increased network losses, and inefficiencies. Therefore, comprehensive measurements and analysis are necessary to ensure the reliability and safety of the power supply. For an in-depth exploration of “Network in Flux, Balancing the Unbalanced,” please visit the blog page (https://lnkd.in/dF4AfCik)

The energy capital of the world (Houston) is gasping for energy. As the old adage goes “A supply chain is as strong as your weakest link”. So true for Houston power distribution which is still reliant on a wooden pole design from 1920s. We live in an upscale neighborhood of Houston which was built after 2000 but the power distribution is still through wooden poles !! As a Procurement professional I’ve always tried to present the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) model of electrical distribution to compare wooden poles, steel poles and Underground cables to demonstrate that cheap isn’t always the best. I’ve scientific and logical arguments to resurrect the Houston distribution system but alas I don’t have any ammunition to counter the “lobbying” which still pushes for the 1920s design in the era of chatGPT!! PS: 60+ hours and we still don’t have any power, internet or cellphone. Sending this message after driving to Austin. #hurricaneBeryl #TCO #TotalCostOfOwnership #Houston

What I love about it working in the utility industry is explaining how complex the grid is to those that think it’s just the flip of a switch. Check out this read for some knowledge on the utility industry.

Don't let your sensors go to waste! This Feature Report explores how effective sensor and alarm management can not only avert disasters but also enhance operational efficiency. Learn how to unlock the full potential of monitoring systems! 📈✨ #SafetyFirst #ProcessAutomation #SensorTechnology https://loom.ly/-l_QGm4

Q&A: What are the top considerations for whether transmission infrastructure build outs should primarily begin with a Right of First Refusal or Competitive Bidding?

Research update. How microgrids can collaboratively provide grid-services and help enhance grid resilience and reliability? Check out the final report on a PNNL-led effort, CITADELS, where PNNL and WSU researchers collaborated to answer some of these questions. #agi #pnnl #wsu #energy #microgrid #resilience #control #optimization #research #electrification #decarbonization