eNERGY gENERATION

The Challenge

  • New power electronic converter-based generators are replacing conventional synchronous generators. However, this change is leading to a reduction in the overall strength of the power system.

  • Changes in the frequency of power generation, as well as reduced stability and diversity, are challenges for future grids.  The energy sector requires innovative solutions and a workforce with the skills to implement them.

  • The connection of large inverters to weak grids can increase the risk of system instability, necessitating substantial investment in network upgrades and grid strengthening.

WHAT WE’RE DOING

  • Addressing potential issues that arise in the power grid when wind and solar inverters operate at low voltage levels.

  • Improving how the power grid responds to changes in frequency by using a grid-forming inverter to make the grid more stable and reliable

  • Enhancing energy storage systems, such as pumped hydro storage, as well as increasing customer awareness and responsiveness to support power grids.

  • Developing high-performance zinc-ion batteries for more efficient and reliable energy storage options at the grid scale.

  • Improving multi-port inverters capable of connecting multiple energy sources to the power grid.

Prof. Michael Negnevitsky​

Theme Lead

Chris Wembridge

Higher Degree Researcher

MEET OUR TEAM

A/Prof. Georgios Konstantinou​

Co-Theme Lead

Akramul Haque

Higher Degree Researcher

​A/Prof Evan Franklin​

Co-Theme Lead

Pooyan Hosseinbadi

Higher Degree Researcher

Nushrat Jahan

Higher Degree Researcher