Screening Distribution Feeders: Alternatives to the 15 Percent Rule
- Sandia National Lab. (SNL-NM), Albuquerque, NM (United States)
Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) and the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) collaborated to develop new methods that utilities can use to quickly and accurately determine the capacity of individual distribution feeders to accept new photovoltaic (PV) projects without the risk of impacting the grid. A key outcome will be a data-driven, validated approach to determining feeder limits that can simplify interconnection processes and lead to greater PV adoption across the California distribution system. Additionally, project developers and potential PV system owners will be able to identify locations best suited to accommodate adding PV without the high capital cost for grid infrastructure. These results will directly contribute to the goals of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) to enable and enhance integrating PVs on the electric grid.
- Research Organization:
- Sandia National Laboratories (SNL), Albuquerque, NM (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)
- DOE Contract Number:
- NA0003525
- OSTI ID:
- 1411755
- Report Number(s):
- SAND2017-12033R
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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