It is now over 20 years since the first offshore substation was commissioned and operated.  Since then, more than 200 AC and DC offshore facilities have been commissioned worldwide. The industry experience has encountered significant challenges for continued operation. Despite the existence of specific standards for example (Det Norske Veritas) DNV-ST-0145, guidelines for the design and construction of offshore substations.Read More

As part of the energy sector’s evolution towards decarbonisation, there has been an increased focus on integrating new energy resources, including renewable generation and storage, into existing power grids. Whereas traditional firm grid connections can be long and expensive processes, non-firm connection, allowing assets to connect without guaranteeing full-time access but still participate in electricity markets, often offers a more flexible and cost-effective alternative.Read More

As all of us collectively shape the future of the electric grid, we also recognize the challenges operators face in maintaining efficiency, accuracy, and situational awareness under pressure.Read More

This article explores the dynamic interplay between technological evolution and human ingenuity, envisioning a future where AI, blockchain, mobility and energy systems converge to create unprecedented efficiency and sustainability, as a latest one of series articles on energy transition in Electra contributed by the author. Read More