Cost Allocation of Voltage Unbalance in Distribution Networks

Kennedy, Joel; Morcos, Martina; Lo, Assane

doi:10.1109/ichqp46026.2020.9177935

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“…Municipal distribution grids can be operated independently, but they still face the same challenges in solving voltage problems in LV grids as large distribution system operators (DSO). The cost-efficient assurance of voltage quality in LV grids is of increasing importance for DSOs [21]. As Smart City technologies (e.g., charging of PEV, smart sensor networks, and streetlighting etc.)…”

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Analysis of Traditional and Alternative Methods for Solving Voltage Problems in Low Voltage Grids: An Estonian Case Study

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Smart Cities can benefit from existing municipal low voltage (LV) distribution grids by supporting public services with permanent power supply and providing grid connection points to distributed generators (DG). The increased integration of DGs and inverter based non-linear loads increases voltage quality issues, thus the cost-efficient assurance of voltage quality in LV grids with long radial lines is of increasing importance for the operators of municipal electricity distribution systems. Conventional methods for mitigating voltage quality issues (e.g., power line renovation) might not be optimal solutions either technologically or economically. Existing studies do not address all relevant issues related to the assurance of required voltage quality in such LV grids. This paper provides an overview of the applicability and rationality of traditional as well as alternative methods to solve voltage problems in LV grids. The authors use DIgSILENT PowerFactory software to simulate the performance of voltage stabilisers under different conditions. The authors propose a robust method for the classification of LV feeders and provide recommendations on how to resolve voltage quality problems, with the help of different power quality improvement devices, where the traditional methods of upgrading to medium voltage and grid reinforcement are economically infeasible. Based on our results, recommendations for mitigating voltage quality problems in LV distribution grids with radial lines of different lengths are given.

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