How Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) stabilize the grid

🌤️ Shadows can be a solar system's worst enemy, cutting down energy output and reliability. But with LONGi's HPBC 2.0, performance doesn't stop when shading appears. In tests under horizontal, diagonal, and edge shading, HPBC 2.0 consistently outperformed TOPCon. When 5 cells were shaded horizontally, TOPCon stopped generating electricity entirely, while HPBC 2.0 kept running smoothly. That’s the power of superior anti-shading ability, delivering more reliable energy, longer hours, and higher yields in real-world conditions. ☀️ #LONGi #Solar #HPBC2 #Technology #CleanEnergy #Innovation #SolarPower #MoreGeneration

Nothing explains better than an #event itself!! Managing system with a higher proportion of distributed #energy resources, #DER's (including #solar roof tops)?? Some new insights from ENTSO-E expert panel analysis on #Iberian #blackout!! Quote The #load supplied via the #Spanish #grid in the morning of 28 April shows a temporary increase by around 1000 MW between 11:07 and 11:10, as depicted in Figure 11. Moreover, another increase in the load of approximately 600 MW is observed between 12:07 and 12:15 and yet another one of approximately 500 MW between 12:25 and 12:29. Based on data at its disposal, the Expert Panel assumes that these phenomena are due to the loss of small #embedded #generation units (not tele-measured), that are connected in the #distribution #network. Unquote And we are talking about a #grid handling some 25GW!! Two important things to note, firstly, it decreases the net demand on the #grid or bulk power system so it does to the grid operator's ability to orchestrate and secondly, what is noted here, #generation disconnections (large no. of smaller assets not monitored while totalling to a substantial quantum) for #griddisturbances that you don't see!! Learnings?? #indianpowersector #grid #electricity #indiangrid #policy #regulation #cea #cerc #ministryofpower #gridindia

Transformer Efficiency & Power Transmission ⚡ Improving Transformer Efficiency & Reducing Power Loss No transformer is 100% efficient – but techniques like: Laminated cores Low resistance copper wires High-quality magnetic material …help reduce losses. Similarly, in power transmission, stepping up voltage reduces current and hence lowers I²R losses. That’s why electricity is transmitted at hundreds of kV over long distances. A simple formula – P = I²R – explains why high-voltage transmission is the backbone of modern power systems. 👉 Do you believe renewable energy will change the way we transmit power? #PowerSystems #Transformers #EnergyEfficiency

They promised that a 1500V solar system would cut your costs by 30%. They forgot to mention the one component that could wipe out those savings overnight. That component is the DC cable, fighting a losing battle against 90°C rooftop heat, monsoon humidity, and relentless UV radiation. A single failure here doesn't just cause a dip in performance—it can take a crucial inverter offline, halting revenue entirely. Before you invest in your next high-voltage array, read our guide on how to select DC cabling that actually survives 25 years in the tropics. Read the guide → https://lnkd.in/gvHNsU2T #JJLAPP #SolarEnergy #SolarPV #RenewableEnergy #1500VDC #SolarCabling #SEAsia

🌊⚡ From stormy seas to blistering heat and freezing cold, offshore platforms demand power systems that never quit. That’s where Global Power Technologies’ Thermoelectric Generators (TEGs) come in: ✅ Solid-state design with no moving parts ✅ Hazardous area rated ✅ Long service life with minimal maintenance ✅ Various “n+x” redundancy options TEGs tap into existing natural gas supply, have a small footprint, and can be easily retrofitted alongside solar, batteries, and control systems—delivering reliable, low-emission, and cost-effective power where it matters most. https://lnkd.in/getrXAc #OffshoreEnergy #RemotePower #TEG #EnergySolutions #PowerGeneration

𝐇𝐢𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐢𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐬 As Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) like solar, wind, and batteries grow, microgrids need a control strategy that ensures stability, quality, and cost efficiency. The Hierarchical Control Framework addresses this through three layers: 🔹 𝑷𝒓𝒊𝒎𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒐𝒍 (𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒃𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝑭𝒊𝒓𝒔𝒕 𝑹𝒆𝒔𝒑𝒐𝒏𝒔𝒆) Provides an immediate, local reaction using droop control, keeping frequency and voltage stable even without communication. This prevents system collapse during sudden changes. 🔹 𝑺𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒐𝒍 (𝑷𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓 𝑸𝒖𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝑶𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒊𝒛𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏) Corrects the small frequency and voltage deviations left by droop control. Through gossip-based peer-to-peer communication, DERs coordinate to restore nominal values and maintain high power quality. 🔹 𝑻𝒆𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒂𝒓𝒚 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒐𝒍 (𝑬𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒎𝒊𝒄 𝑶𝒑𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒊𝒛𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏) Goes beyond stability and quality by ensuring cost-efficient operation. DERs exchange marginal cost information via gossip algorithms, redistributing generation and demand until the system reaches economic optimality. ✅ 𝐓𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲: Stability from primary, quality from secondary, and efficiency from tertiary together, they make microgrids resilient, scalable, and economically optimized for the future grid. #Microgrids #SmartGrid #DistributedEnergy #PowerSystems

Valen ModX1 featured in Critical Comms We are proud to share that the ModX1 has been recognised in Critical Comms in the article “Why modular solar is changing the game for critical radio comms." The feature highlights how dependable power is critical for industries such as emergency services, utilities, environmental monitoring and remote infrastructure. https://hubs.la/Q03GnKdW0 The ModX1 is designed to deliver: Ready to deploy: Pre engineered, pre wired and pre tested so teams can avoid weeks of sourcing, assembly and commissioning. Resilient performance: Built to operate in extreme conditions including heatwaves, bushfires and storms, ensuring reliable power when it matters most. Simplified reliability: Replacing diesel generators or undersized solar systems with a low maintenance and highly efficient power solution. This recognition reinforces our commitment to providing modular solar systems that make critical communications stronger and more reliable. Thank you to Critical Comms for highlighting the impact of the ModX1 and to our Valen team for continuing to innovate in renewable power solutions. #CriticalComms #SolarPower #RemoteInfrastructure #ModX1 #ValenPower #CleanEnergy

Distributed Energy Resources (#DERs) are rapidly evolving from emergency backups to essential components of the energy grid. Two recent milestones show why: 1. California’s Demand Side Grid Support (#DSGS) program is scaling residential batteries to ~700 MW in 2025, with projections to reach 1,300 MW by 2028. In a recent test, 100,000 homes delivered 539 MW at peak demand, underscoring both the scale and value of distributed batteries as dependable capacity and a cost-effective alternative to traditional peakers. 2. Voltus reports its #VirtualPowerPlant assets are now dispatched every single day of the year, with emergency calls rising sharply in 2025. These dispatches are increasingly smart, targeted, and demonstrate the reliability of DERs as always-on, responsive resources balancing intermittent resources. Read the full articles here: https://lnkd.in/e4_g6z4Q https://lnkd.in/dYa5wPjv https://lnkd.in/dE3Tzk7P #VPP #EnergyStorage #GridReliability #Simcore

Round The Clock Clean Power is waiting to be the game changer! -Wind blows intermittently. - Water flows intermittently. - Even the sun sets. When we rely solely on nature, power supply becomes intermittent too. That’s why Round-the-Clock (RTC) power — enabled by battery storage — is critical for a stable, reliable grid in a renewable-powered future. But here’s the question: Why hasn’t the RTC power concept seen the success it promises? Despite the clear need, widespread adoption is still limited. Is it due to: High cost of storage? Regulatory hurdles? Market design favoring traditional power? Lack of long-term incentives? We need answers — and action. Because without RTC solutions, the clean energy transition risks stalling. What do you think is holding RTC power back? #EnergyTransition #BatteryStorage #CleanEnergy #RTCpower #Renewables #GridStability #SustainableFuture #PowerSector

Today, I want to discuss the assessment of using various techniques to enhance the power transfer capability of large interconnecting links. As we know, the extensive interconnection of large electrical power systems is crucial for enhancing overall system performance and cost-effectiveness. This approach offers numerous technical and economic benefits, including the aggregation of major generation stations, provision of spinning reserve capacity, and utilization of the most cost-effective energy sources. When considering very long-distance interconnections, like those spanning across continents, the focus shifts to the significance of power transmission capability. This aspect becomes particularly critical in ensuring efficient power transfer over extended distances, posing unique challenges and opportunities for global energy connectivity. I invite you to share your insights and perspectives on this topic. How do you perceive the importance of enhancing power transfer capability in large interconnecting links, especially in the context of connecting regions across vast distances? Let's engage in a meaningful discussion to explore the complexities and implications of this crucial aspect of modern energy systems. #PowerTransmission #EnergyConnectivity #GlobalInterconnection