Comparison of Standards and Technical Requirements of Grid-Connected Wind Power Plants in China and the United States

Eduard Muljadi, Mackay Miller, David Gao, Weisheng Wang, Tian Tian

Research output: NRELTechnical Report

Abstract

The rapid deployment of wind power has made grid integration and operational issues focal points in industry discussions and research. Compliance with grid connection standards for wind power plants (WPPs) is crucial to ensuring the reliable and stable operation of the electric power grid. This report compares the standards for grid-connected WPPs in China to those in the United States to facilitate further improvements in wind power standards and enhance the development of wind power equipment. Detailed analyses of power quality, low-voltage ride-through capability, active power control, reactive power control, voltage control, and wind power forecasting are provided to enhance the understanding of grid codes in the two largest markets of wind power. This study compares WPP interconnection standards and technical requirements in China to those in the United States.
Original languageAmerican English
Number of pages50
DOIs
StatePublished - 2016

NREL Publication Number

  • NREL/TP-5D00-64225

Keywords

  • China
  • grid connection standards
  • integration
  • reliability
  • United States
  • wind power plants

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