The contemporary rationale for interconnection of power systems
Article from: OGEL 1 (2003), in Roundup of Articles
Summary
The rationale for increased interconnection of power systems is compelling.[1] Interconnection of power systems has two main purposes: the first is to form larger and more robust systems and the second is to exploit the diversity of power generation forms. For interconnected countries, cross-border power transmission networks enhance the security, flexibility and quality of energy supply. They also provide environmental benefits, act as an impetus to economic growth and encourage economic cooperation among energy exporting and importing countries. Transit countries, that ...