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October 2019
2019 CIGRE B4 International Colloquium
Johannesburg, South Africa, 1 – 5 October 2019 Colloquium Theme: HVDC and FACTS for Regional Interconnections and Renewable Energy Integration The aim of the 2019 CIGRE B4 International Colloquium is to provide a forum for discussion on the use of HVDC and FACTS considering the aspects of planning, available technology, projects and operational experience related to regional interconnectors and renewable energy integration with a focus on Africa. The preferential topics reflect the above and the colloquium is…
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9TH CIGRE Southern Africa Regional Conference
Theme: “Sustainable Integration of Distributed Energy Resources for Power System Development” Background Globally there has been an increase in the deployment of distributed energy resources (DER) in the form of renewable energy generation and microgrids. This technology presents a unique opportunity for power system development due to its low emissions, scalability, short construction time frames and diversifying the energy supply. Grid integration of DER can present challenges, be it during planning, construction or operation. The 9th CIGRE Southern Africa regional…
Find out more »The Cigre SANC operates on the basis of a two-year program that has as its highlights the Cigre Paris Session in even years and the Regional Conference in odd years. The Annual Calendar therefore reflects key milestones that need to be adhered to as well as general administrative functions. It is a guideline and a form of induction for new Committee members