Thermal power plants, in addition to emitting greenhouse gases, also release local pollutants such as sulphur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen dioxide (NO2). As per the data recorded and studied by the National Aeronautics and Space […]
Coal- and lignite-fired power plants are among the largest sources of nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions. The combustion of coal at high temperatures converts the elemental nitrogen in the air and fuel to NOx. With increasing […]
Water is indispensable for the functioning of thermal power plants (TPPs) and is a key input for power generation. However, in recent times, the twin challenges of limited availability and conflicting demands have created immense […]
With the growing environmental awareness, countries across the world have been aggressively promoting a low-carbon energy policy. Recently, India, the world’s third largest carbon emitter, committed to reducing its carbon emissions relative to the GDP […]
Smart substations that are capable of responding to real-time events form a critical component of smart grids. Automation technology adds intelligence to the substation by incorporating communication devices with controls and analytics. While communication is […]
Utilities need to make decisions regarding power network equipment performance, maintenance schedules, replacement of existing assets and addition of new ones on a regular basis. This not only has a significant impact on their operational […]
The evolutionary pattern of power demand has made it imperative for suppliers to ensure uninterrupted and high quality power supply to consumers. This mandates a quick response to various undesirable situations such as service interruptions […]
Providing reliable power to end-users is one of the key priorities of power utilities. However, an increase in load and technical breakdowns in the system can hamper the supply of uninterrupted power. Therefore, it is […]
Automation in transmission and distribution (T&D) provides utilities flexible control of systems, which can be used effectively to enhance efficiency, reliability and the quality of power supply. It is estimated that the automation market will […]
Substations are critical components of the power system as they provide protection, control and stability to the entire system. Over the past few years, the number of substations installed in India in the transmission and […]
The geographic information system (GIS) has emerged as a powerful tool for the development of geo-referenced consumer and network maps for distribution utilities. It helps utilities in network planning and providing better services to consumers. […]
Demand-side management (DSM) is a mechanism to influence a customer’s capability and willingness to reduce or modify electricity consumption. It promises a reduction in costs and financial savings for consumers, while helping utilities operate efficiently. […]
The deployment of smart meters is a key component of grid modernisation. Smart meters are used for monitoring the energy usage of consumers by recording time-differentiated energy consumption. It serves as a single point of […]
As India looks to expand its smart grid programme, it is imperative to establish standards and specifications for the same. Various smart grid components such as smart meters, smart sensors on distribution lines, microgrids, power […]
In May 2015, the government launched the National Smart Grid Mission (NSGM) with the purpose of digitally enabling the power sector through the development of smart grids. While the NSGM has set the policy stage […]
With the objective of providing universal access to quality power and reducing transmission and distribution losses, the formulation of a smart grid roadmap is a step in the right direction. The establishment of the National […]
Smart grids combine the latest automation, information and communications technologies (ICT) with electricity generation, transmission and distribution (T&D) infrastructure to monitor and control power flows. They feature multiple functionalities depending on utility requirements. The global […]
Maintaining the reliability of power supply systems is becoming increasingly important as electrical installations get more and more complex. Power failures and even blackouts of short durations can have a significant impact on consumers, especially […]
With the rising electricity demand and increase in the bulk transfer of power, it has become imperative for transcos to improve the efficiency of networks, including lines and substations. System efficiency is measured mainly in […]
The insulation of transmission lines influences their cost and reliability. Therefore, there is a need to lower the chances of line failure and simultaneously reduce the cost of insulation. Design considerations for insulators have evolved […]
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