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 Transmission and distribution services
With our in-depth knowledge and expertise in transmission and
distribution systems, we can support Transmission Network Operators
(TNOs) and Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) to develop their
network master plan using traditional and innovative techniques. We
will design a cost effective network solution covering load forecast,
integrating the additional generation sources, while meeting the
predefined security standards and grid codes.

TNEI can also provide conception, feasibility, and design studies for the
grid integration of large conventional or renewable generation sites and
for the interconnection of bulk power grids, using advanced HVAC/HVDC
transmission technologies.

Transmission and Network performance and capability for additional generation or demand
connection can be assessed, while taking into account the uncertainty of
renewable generation export and the probability of demand forecasting

distribution services
errors. We will recommend the best connection solution, enabling delivery
of the required power transfer capacity.

We support both TNOs and DNOs to develop a power system model for
their electrical infrastructures, using our wealth of experience in network
modelling and power system steady state and dynamic simulations. We
use advanced equivalent techniques to reduce the network, minimising

tneigroup.com any adverse impact on system performance.

Detailed transient, dynamic and voltage stability simulations and analysis

can also be provided to assist TNOs and DNOs with efficiently operating
and controlling their power systems. We will recommend necessary
reinforcements to correct systems properly, and design measures to
maintain security of supply to customers and prevent system instability.
TNEI has a wealth of international experience with Transmission and
Distribution System Operators including: the UK, Ireland, Nigeria,
Bangladesh, and China.

Typical services include:

Transmission and distribution network modelling
Transmission and distribution network master plans
Integration of large conventional and renewable generation
Interconnection of bulk power grids
TNEI is an independent specialist energy consultancy

Power system steady-state and security analysis
Power system stability and controllability assessment
providing technical, strategic, environmental and consenting Grid code and security of supply standards compliance
Curtailment assessment of renewable generation
advice to organisations operating within the conventional Technical due diligence renewable generation.
and renewable energy sectors.
The combination of our expert software and power system analysis
teams provides TNEI with a unique capability to provide clients with
bespoke analysis solutions.
Case studies
Service: Multi criteria analysis Key contacts
Service: ENWL 132 kV network strategy option studies
Client: EirGrid
Client: Electricity Northwest Dr Xuecheng Zhang
TNEI, in collaboration with Cambridge Economic Policy Associates, Specialist Consultant
TNEI was commissioned by Electricity Northwest to provide consultancy
supported a major European transmission system operator (TSO) in a
services and network studies on the reconfiguration of the electrical Xuecheng is a power system specialist with over 27
review of the multi-criteria assessment process and decision making tools
infrastructure in Cumbria and North Lancashire due to connection of years experience in power systems computation
they used to assess major projects and to make investment decisions
Moorside nuclear power plant to the NG 400 kV transmission network, and analysis, including bulk transmission and
on network planning. This included an international review of decision
which needs to sacrifice the existing 132 kV overhead line corridors in the distribution system modelling, short term and long
making tools and processes in the electrical transmission sector, and
ENWL distribution network because of mitigation of the visual impact of term transmission and distribution network planning
other infrastructure sectors, and an appraisal of various methods and
overhead lines and towers, and impacts the ability of ENWL to meet its and strategy development, conception and
tools, such as performance matrices, decision trees, Spackman cost
existing supply obligations. feasibility of the grid integration of large generation,
benefit analyses (CBA), least-worst regret theory, and social CBAs.
HVAC/HVDC interconnections, power systems
A number of network options were initially proposed by NG and ENWL operation and control, and SQSS and grid code.
Based on this analysis, a complete overhaul of the TSOs entire decision
and refined by TNEI in order to meet P2/6 compliance for security of
making process was proposed. This covered every stage of project
supply from the NG transmission network to the ENWL 132 kV network His core skills are in modelling of bulk interconnected transmission
development from needs case assessment through to the selection of
with the projected demand levels up to 2030. TNEI developed the and distribution networks, load flow and OPF analysis, short circuit and
route corridors and capital approval. The new decision making process
reduced NG transmission network model in the area and merged the fault studies, contingency and security assessment, and power system
improves transparency and governance for all projects, with multiple
NG network model with the existing ENWL distribution network model. transient, dynamic, and voltage stability assessment.
complexity tiers used so that the level of analysis required is simpler
For each proposed network option, TNEI performed extensive power
for smaller projects . A number of enhanced decision making tools are
system load flow, contingency and fault level simulations taking into
incorporated, including performance matrices, Spackman CBAs, least
consideration of a great number of operational scenarios with/without Dr Mustafa Kayikci
worst regret analysis, and willingness to pay analysis. TNEI engaged
large embedded generation MW contribution and of outage cases in Principal Consultant
thoroughly with the TSOs planning team to refine each stage of the
both NG and ENWL network. The preferred network option together
process and to ensure that there was buy-in from the whole organisation.
with the necessary network reinforcements, which was identified Mustafas core skills are the modelling of power
In addition, the process was tested on a number of sample projects to
based on findings of the system studies and cost benefit analysis, was system equipment and transmission / distribution
ensure that it worked for very small investments (e.g. simple upgrades)
recommended to ENWL for design of the future electrical infrastructure in network analysis. Mustafa has been involved in a
and for very large reinforcements (e.g. new overhead line routes).
Cumbria and North Lancashire. number projects assessing grid code compliance
as well as the conceptual design of wind farms (on
Service: Network strategy development and offshore). This work has included load-flow,
Service: Due diligence assessment
Client: Western Power Distribution (WPD) South West fault level, voltage/transient stability and harmonic
Client: ESB Asset Development
assessment to determine the optimum export cable
TNEI was appointed by WPD South West to provide consultancy support and substation equipment.
TNEI undertook a due diligence assessment of a portfolio of 16 UK
to develop an innovative distribution network master plan in order to
wind projects for ESB Asset Development. The project varied in
accommodate adequate network capacity for connection of a large Mustafa has also been involved in projects for network transmission
capacity from 20MW to 100MW, with a mixture of transmission and
level of embedded generation into its distribution network in coming operators where he developed study methodology and managed the
distribution connected schemes. The assessment of the grid connection
years. TNEI undertook detailed power system load flow and contingency contingency analysis, reactive power compensation and harmonic
opportunities and risks for each project were used by ESB in their
studies of the whole WPD South West distribution network. Findings of the assessment for transmission systems and for the connection of multiple
preparation of a bid for the portfolio of wind farm projects. For each
system studies were taken as the base to consider various reinforcement HVDC convertors and offshore AC cables to the transmission system.
project, TNEI provided a review and assessment of the connection
options in development of the future distribution network. Both traditional
documentation available, an assessment of the grid connection costs,
and innovative solutions were considered and examined in the future
including use of system charges and embedded benefits. TNEI has
network development. A cost benefit analysis was performed to compare
and recommend which of the considered solutions was the most techno-
developed an extensive in-house cost library for tendering, benchmarking Get in touch
and estimating purposes, and using this database, a bottom up approach
economic one.
was used to build reasonable benchmark costs for each project from We are a specialist, independent company. Thats why we can offer a
the component level. TNEI also provided advice on the timescale of the flexible, personal service and help our clients quickly and efficiently,
connection and network constraints and potential curtailment. without all the big corporate distractions.

But most of all, we love to solve problems.

For more information about our transmission and distribution services,

please contact Dr. Xuecheng Zhang; email: xuecheng.zhang@
tneigroup.com or call: +44(0)161 233 4818.
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We are a specialist, independent company. Thats why we can offer a flexible, personal service
and help our clients quickly and efficiently, without all the big corporate distractions.

But most of all, we love to solve problems.

For more information about who we are and what we do, please contact: info@tneigroup.com

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