Offshore wind parks are becoming increasingly important. The generation of wind power at sea is significantly more efficient than on land, due to more consistent and stronger winds.
To make the wind power available to consumers, it needs to be transmitted
This is where HVDC takes center stage, although wind parks are just one of its many applications.
But what exactly is HVDC, where is it used and why is it so important nowadays?
Find out all the answers in our blog article.
The abbreviation HVDC stands for High Voltage Direct Current, which is a technology enabling the efficient transmission of large amounts of electrical energy over long distance with minimal losses.
HVDC systems consist of converter stations. Unlike alternating current transmission, it allows the transfer of electricity through direct current lines with very high voltages. Resistors are used in the power electronics inside the converter stations to ensure the safe and efficient conversion and transmission of energy.
HVDC therefore plays an important role in efficient power transmission and is essential for integrating renewable energy sources and connecting distant power grids.
Previously, traditional high-voltage power lines were used for the transmission of energy from the producer to the consumer. At the time, energy loss was insignificant due to the short distance to the customer.
The situation has now changed. Many power producers are located in distant coastal areas to harness renewable energy sources.
The solution to this challenge is High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) transmission.
Not only does the application reduce energy losses over long distances, it also offers a range of additional advantages:
HVDC technology generally plays an indispensable role in optimizing energy transmission and integrating renewable energy into the overall energy system.
Examples of applications include:
HVDC helps the challenges related to the increasing demand for energy, the expansion of renewable energy sources and the necessity of international energy connections. Conventional systems face challenges such as energy loss, capacity limitations, environmental impacts and network stability.
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