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System Strength Studies for Darwin-Katherine, Alice Springs, and Tennant Creek Networks

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Power and Water Corporation awarded a contract to Alliance Power and Data Pty Ltd for system strength studies across the Darwin-Katherine, Alice Springs, and Tennant Creek regulated networks.

The studies aimed to forecast system strength considering proposed renewable generation and displacement of existing synchronous generators, and to recommend options for maintaining system security in line with the Network Technical Code.

The work was structured in three parts: methodology development (2 months), execution of studies (1 month), and options analysis for mitigation measures (1 month), with all deliverables due by October 2023.

Insight

This contract reflects the growing need for grid stability assessments as renewable energy penetration increases in remote Australian networks.

Value
$139,700.00
State
NT
Category
Energy & Environment

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