Metering Insights

The Hidden Pitfalls of the Energy Transition

By transitioning to renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, and hydropower, we can reduce our greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate the impacts of climate change.

The Power Grid
Why a Smart Meter AMI System is the Way to Go

The grid is managed by utility companies, who have the responsibility of ensuring that the electricity generated is distributed to all customers in an efficient and reliable manner.

Virtual Power Plants and the Energy Transition

A Virtual Power Plant (VPP) is a network of distributed energy resources that are remotely connected and operated as one entity. The VPP's role is to ensure a stable energy...

Re-energizing the Future
The Next German Smart Meter Rollout

The adoption of smart meters stagnated for years. The German government is now attempting a fresh start, a tried-and-true strategy when things in the digital world become stuck.

Smart Grid Evolution in 2023
The Future of Energy Management

The world is still in the transition phase to large scale integrated smart grids. One additional challenge is the smooth integration of renewable energy sources together with energy storage technologies.

What is a Power Conversion System PCS?

A power conversion system is a mono- or bidirectional converter that can control the charging and discharging of batteries, perform AC and DC conversions, and directly supply power to an...

Advanced Metering Infrastructure and Smart Grid

A smart grid is the logical consequence of AMI solutions and the result of an evolutionary process. It is necessary to test and gradually incorporate new controls, notably the SCADA...

Benefits of Bidirectional Energy Meters

A bidirectional energy meter can record energy usage, monitor power generation, and estimate the cost of energy. The meter allows for more flexibility and information in electrical usage.

The Effects of Renewable Energy on Power Quality in the Grid

Power grid operators need to consider the total harmonic distortion. It has to be maintained as low as practicably possible. Higher power factor, lower peak currents, and more efficiency result...

Crest Factor for Voltage and Current

The crest factor can be used as additional indicator for the power quality in the grid. The impact on power transformers, circuit breakers and other elements like uninterrupted power supply...

The Efficiency of Solar Power at High Elevation

Photovoltaic panels at a higher altitude are receiving more solar radiation compared to the sea level, resulting in more generation of electricity.

The Challenges Of Electrical Power Grid Restoration

If a grid is running very close to its maximum capacity and a major event happens, e.g. fire in a generator, a whole power plant goes offline. The other plants...