Renewable-energy based generation network stability and protection

For years, we have all taken energy for granted, expecting it to be there whenever we need it in limitless amounts and at a price that is right. But with worries over the security of energy supplies and mounting evidence of climate change, we need new technologies to help to adapt. If we were to continue generating, distributing and using energy as we do now then energy’s future will be far from bright. The world’s fossil reserves are dwindling, so without alternative, secure energy sources we could be at the mercy of volatile global markets. This keynote address will firstly give an overview of the major advances that have taken place in renewable-energy based electrical power generation technology (with particular reference to the European perspective); issues relating to network (or grid) stability In particular voltage stability) due to the increased penetration and integration of Distributed Generation (DG) will be highlighted.