Title :
Distributed generation
Author :
Dugan, Roger C. ; McDermott, Thomas E.
Author_Institution :
Electrotek Concepts Inc., Knoxville, TN, USA
Abstract :
The emphasis of this article is on distributed generators that are interconnected to with utility distribution systems. These will generally be units smaller than 10 MW. Larger units are generally connected directly to transmission facilities and will most likely be commercial power producers. The units installed on distribution systems will typically be no larger than 1 or 2 MW. These would be installed mostly by the utility itself or by end users. This method of generation is commonly referred to as "distributed generation" (DG)
Keywords :
electric power generation; electricity supply industry; overcurrent protection; power distribution faults; power distribution protection; power distribution reliability; power system interconnection; 1 to 2 MW; distributed generators; electrical faults; operating conflicts; overcurrent protection; power industry deregulation; utility distribution system interconnection; Distributed control; Fuses; Power generation; Power markets; Power system reliability; Power transformer insulation; Protection; Standby generators; Substations; World Wide Web;
Journal_Title :
Industry Applications Magazine, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/2943.985677
