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.
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CTH description
Who is Chalmers tekniska högskola ?Chalmers University of Technology is a Swedish university based in #Gothenburg. The researchers involved in the project belong to the division of Electric Power Engineering in the department of Electrical engineering and conduct research within a broad range of topics in electric power technology. Research...
UoS description
Who is the University of Strathclyde?The University of Strathclyde is a world-leading technological university located in Glasgow, Scotland. Strathclyde is one of Europe's largest energy research clusters, with a core focus on power engineering. Strathclyde is home to the state-of-the-art megawatt range research facilities PNDC and the DER...
What is a Multiport Converter?
-What is a Multiport Converter?#powerelectronics have an important role on improving the operation of the distribution grid. A Multiport Converter considers the possibility to integrate multiple ports with AC and DC outputs, which could be used to introduce #storage or DC loads, such as #electricvehiclecharging stations, between AC feeders...
Our team
The iPLUG project consortium is formed by the following partners:
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