Innovative power electronics for a greener energy grid
The iPLUG project will develop novel power electronics based on multiport converters, thus facilitating the integration of multiple renewable sources, energy storage systems, and loads to the grid.
About
The increasing adoption of renewable energy technologies exerts strain on the distribution grids operating at low and medium voltage levels. Alongside this, contemporary distribution grids encounter additional obstacles such as the need for new infrastructure and the connection of diverse loads operating at varying voltage levels. To address these challenges, the iPLUG project, supported by the European Union, aims to create innovative power electronics utilizing multiport converters. These converters will enable the seamless integration of multiple renewable energy sources, energy storage systems, and loads into the distribution grid. By deploying these converters across different locations, the iPLUG project aims to alleviate grid congestion and enhance overall system performance.
Value proposition
How the use of multiport converters will reduce grid congestion and increase the efficiency of renewable energy integration?
Improved grid stability and reliability
By using multiport converters, the iPLUG project aims to reduce grid congestion and improve the stability and reliability of the electricity grid. This will help to prevent blackouts and other disruptions to energy supply.
Cost savings
By using multiport converters, the iPLUG project aims to reduce the cost of integrating renewable energy technologies into the grid. This will help to make renewable energy more competitive with fossil fuels.
Increased renewable energy integration
The iPLUG project will make it easier to integrate multiple renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, into the grid. This will help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote a more sustainable energy system.
Greater flexibility
The iPLUG project will allow for greater flexibility in managing energy flows on the grid. This will make it easier to balance supply and demand and to integrate new energy storage technologies.
Latest news
Multiport Power Converter for Interconnected Communities.
Third group of scenarios examines introduction of Multiport Power Converter within #offgrid communities currently powered by on-site generation. Such #microgrid systems are predominant source of electricity within some #ruralcommunities in Scottish Highlands as well as across the Global South. Adoption of MPC could significantly improve power...
Multiport Power Converter for Household Applications
Multiport Power Converter for Household Applications.Second group of case studies investigated by iPLUG-HE considers scenarios where Multiport Power Converter is used within #Household Applications to integrate local #PV, #Electric Vehicle and #Battery Energy Storage Systems. Initial analysis confirms that introduction of Multiport Power...
Adoption of Multiport Power Converter at the Medium Voltage Level
Introduction of Multiport Power Converter within MV networks shows a potential for greater power flow balancing between feeders operating either at the same or different voltage levels. In such cases, additional ports of the converter can be used to utilise local #renewablegeneration, adapt backup #energystorage devices or support #EV charging...
Our team
The iPLUG project consortium is formed by the following partners:
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