The transition to 100% renewable energy presents significant challenges for power grid stability. As conventional power plants with synchronous generators are replaced by inverter-based resources like wind and solar, power system dynamics change dramatically. Traditional stability assessment methods struggle to capture the nonlinear behavior of these converter-dominated grids, making real-time decision-making more complex for grid operators.
To address this challenge, eRoots Analytics is proud to be part of TenSyGrid, a research project dedicated to developing new stability assessment tools for power grids with high shares of renewable energy.
The TenSyGrid project (Tensors for System Analysis of Converter-dominated Power Grids) aims to provide a new toolbox for grid operators, enabling direct stability assessments of large power grids with low inertia. The project, coordinated by Fraunhofer IWES, brings together leading institutions, including:
With support from CETPartnership and the European Commission, TenSyGrid is focused on integrating tensor-based mathematical modeling to enhance the way power grids are analyzed and controlled.
At eRoots Analytics, we are leading WP3 – Power System Components, where our primary focus is on modeling the nonlinear behaviors of key power system elements such as:
Many of the critical stability challenges in renewable-based grids stem from nonlinear system behaviors that cannot be captured by traditional linear stability analysis methods. Our work in WP3 addresses these challenges by:
By incorporating advanced mathematical techniques such as tensor-based modeling, we aim to improve how grid operators assess and manage system stability in a rapidly evolving energy landscape.
The successful integration of 100% renewable energy depends on the ability to accurately model and predict the dynamic behavior of power grids. TenSyGrid is taking an essential step toward closing the gap between theoretical advancements and practical applications, providing grid operators with the tools they need to maintain secure and reliable power systems.
At eRoots, we are excited to bring our expertise to this initiative and contribute to the development of next-generation stability assessment tools.
We look forward to sharing more updates as the project progresses!
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