Using LV distributed generation's reactive power for voltage regulation

Abstract

This study deals with voltage regulation on distribution networks. It focuses on how low-voltage (LV) producers' reactive power can help to prevent voltage constraints to better integrate distributed generation (DG) on LV distribution networks. A technical study was conducted on LV networks to evaluate the impact of innovative tools on voltage issues and LV losses. After reminding the context that Enedis has to face, this paper presents the methodology and the results of the study. Some prerequisites for a possible future large-scale implementation of this kind of solution are listed.