Senergy Econnect specialises in the grid connection of renewable energy - energising renewable energy projects across the world and delivering proven and innovative solutions throughout each stage of the project. They provide the consortium with delivery of expert grid connection solutions.
Specific areas of expertise relevant to the offshore grid consortium fall in Senergy Econnect’s development of SmartGrid solutions in transmission networks, distribution networks and system operations, to support the growing penetration and integration of renewable energy generation.
The consortium will benefit from Senergy Econnect’s varied project experience including:
The Crown Estate Round 3 Offshore Wind Farm Connection Study
Senergy Econnect worked closely with National Grid and was responsible for this investigation into the optimum offshore and onshore electricity transmission network reinforcements required for the connection of up to 25Gw of offshore wind generation as part of the Round 3 leasing process.
Offshore Windfarms, Wave and Tidal Stations
Senergy Econnect carries out electrical design, project engineering and grid connection studies and advice on many offshore windfarms including London Array, North Hoyle, Rhyll Flats, Gunfleet Sands, Kentish Flats, Utgrunden, Arklow Bank and others acting for the owner, developer and/or construction contractor. They are advising a growing number of wave and tidal developers on connection and electrical design.
Validation of Relative Economics of Wind Farm Projects in the Scottish Islands Study
Senergy Econnect was commissioned by the Business, Enterprise and Regulatory Reform (BERR) to perform a validation review of a study on the economics of Scottish wind farms carried out by IPA Consulting.
Cost-effective Improvements in DFIG Performance under Fault Conditions for Offshore Applications
Senergy Econnect was commissioned by BERR to investigate novel fault ride-through solutions for a single DFIG wind turbine through a range of potential strategies.
East Coast Transmission Network: Technical Feasibility Study
The Crown Estate has commissioned Senergy Econnect to perform a study of the technical and economic feasibility of using the east coast seabed for an offshore transmission network.
