Workshop Theme:
Due to the large and expensive infrastructure of the electric grid, it is pertinent to have a long-time view on its developments and to start early preparing for future changes. All over the world, energy systems are subject to rapidly changing circumstances; the transition to large-scale integration of renewable energy and less reliance on fossil fuels will cause power systems in a couple of decades to operate in conditions vastly changed from the situation today.
Grid codes are the technical requirements put down by the authorities for all its partakers, such as, the users and power generating stations for connecting to the network and operate as per the standards. These grid codes were first developed based on the characteristics and capabilities of large synchronous generators. They implement the guidelines for even operation of the electric grid and its connected constituents. The process for drafting and approval of grid codes varies from one jurisdiction to another, but typically a grid code is drafted by the transmission system operator through a consultative process and approved by the regulator.
Grid codes for generation units in many MPC countries are determined on a case-by case basis. There is a need for standardized grid codes in order to simplify the grid connection planning process.
The main aim of this workshop is to suggest a strategy for further development of grid codes in the Mediterranean Partner Countries, building on experiences from Europe.