Master Plan for the Electricity Distribution Network of Istanbul European Side

This study presents the methodology, studies and results of the electricity power distribution system master plan for the Istanbul City European Side. Mid-term demand projection study made for the city based on the historical development, transformer loading measurements, municipality plans, and constraints specific to the metropolitan are discussed. A conservative planning solution for the next 5 years period is proposed with additional suggestions based on the observations and experience gained during on-site studies.