Earlier this year, I was casually going through my emails when one subject line, written in all caps, stopped me in my tracks: “ACCEPTED PAPER FOR CIGRE SESSION 2024.” That seemingly ordinary moment became the spark for a transformative journey, one that enriched my professional life and created lasting memories. I was stoked—not just for the chance to attend my first CIGRE Paris session, the premier international forum where power system experts tackle the latest challenges in the power grid, but also to share the hard work my colleagues and I had dedicated the past two years to.Read More

The rapid advancement of HVDC technology is a testament to the growing need for efficient and reliable power transmission systems. The integration of digital technologies into HVDC systems is not just a trend but a necessity to meet the increasing demands for energy efficiency, reliability and to accelerate energy transition.Read More

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