GE Vernova Inc. has been awarded a contract by 50Hertz Transmission GmbH to provide advanced grid-stabilizing technology in support of Germany’s transition to renewable energy sources. The contract includes the delivery of the 300 Mvar FACTSFLEX GFM solution, a STATCOM system with Grid Forming Control, which will enhance grid stability and resilience as Germany integrates more renewable energy sources.
The advanced STATCOM technology will be deployed at key substations in Germany to strengthen the country’s electrical infrastructure and support its ambitious Energiewende goals. STATCOM units provide essential support for maintaining the stability of the power system, especially as variable energy sources like wind and solar are added to the grid. The solution, supported by Grid Forming Control software, ensures the grid remains stable by automatically adapting to fluctuations in grid voltage.
The STATCOM units will be designed and manufactured at GE Vernova’s facilities in Dresden and Tampere, with additional components sourced from facilities in the UK and Germany. The units will be deployed at 50Hertz’s substations in Mecklenburg Western-Pomerania and Saxony, as part of the company’s expansion of its electricity transmission system in Germany.
This contract highlights GE Vernova’s commitment to supporting Germany’s energy transition with high-quality, reliable technology. The STATCOM solution and Grid Forming Control provide advanced solutions to keep Germany’s grid stable as the country moves towards a renewable future. This initiative is essential in contributing to Germany’s energy transition goals and ensuring a sustainable and resilient energy landscape for the future.
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