Guest Editorial: Introduction to the Special Issue on Wind Power

The twenty-seven papers in this special issue focus on wind power. The special issue highlights wind electricity´s rapidly evolving influx into conventional power systems on a global scale. Some of the topics covered include farm case studies, failure surveys, and experience with wind power´s integration into, and impact on, thermal generation. Other topics include wind power´s environmental impact, novel generator design, and spinning reserve requirements. Voltage and reactive power control as well as maintenance management issues are also addressed.