Huawei’s 2nd APAC Smart PV Technology Workshop in Shenzhen showcased groundbreaking advancements in grid-forming technology. The event, held on August 1, 2024, brought together industry leaders, experts, and operators from the APAC region to discuss innovative solutions for integrating renewable energy into the grid. The workshop emphasized the importance of grid-forming technology in ensuring grid stability amidst increasing renewable energy penetration. Key speakers highlighted the challenges and solutions in this evolving energy landscape, aiming to foster collaboration and drive sustainable energy advancements.
Enhancing Grid Stability with Innovative Solutions
The workshop kicked off with a welcome speech by Dr. Fang Liangzhou, President of Marketing and Sales Service Strategy & Marketing Dept, Huawei Digital Power. He addressed the challenges posed by increased PV penetration, such as instability and technical issues due to the intermittency of renewable energy. Dr. Fang emphasized that grid-forming technology is crucial for maintaining grid stability with high renewable energy penetration. He highlighted Huawei’s commitment to advancing this technology to achieve sustainable energy goals.
Dr. Liu Yunfeng, Chief Scientist of Huawei Digital Power, provided an insightful presentation on the future of semiconductor power systems and grid-forming technology. He discussed the growth of solar power and the integration of semiconductors in energy systems. Dr. Liu focused on challenges like transient stability and inertia in large-scale renewable integration, emphasizing the role of energy storage in addressing these issues. His presentation underscored the importance of innovative solutions in enhancing grid stability.
Prihastya Wiratama, Project Manager of ASEAN Power Interconnection, Fossil Fuel, Alternative Energy, and Storage of the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE), shared valuable insights on the potential of renewable energy integration in the ASEAN power grid. He highlighted ACE’s initiatives to promote regional cooperation and enhance energy security, accessibility, affordability, and sustainability. Prihastya’s presentation emphasized the need for collaborative efforts to achieve the region’s renewable energy targets.
Collaborative Efforts for a Sustainable Future
The workshop featured several key presentations that underscored the importance of collaboration in driving sustainable energy advancements. Dr. Xin Yaozhong, President of Industrial Control Systems Industry Alliance and Chief Expert of China Electricity Council, delivered a keynote speech on achieving net-zero carbon emissions. He emphasized that different industries require varying levels of carbon, with renewable energy and power electronics playing a significant role in system balance adjustment.
Dr. Xin highlighted the need for a global grid to promote renewable energy development and ensure a sustainable future. He discussed the potential of nuclear fusion technology and the importance of establishing a global grid within the next century. His speech resonated with the audience, emphasizing the need for innovative solutions and collaborative efforts to address the challenges of integrating renewable energy into the grid.
The Red Sea Project in Saudi Arabia was showcased as a successful case study of a large-scale renewable energy project. The project features a 400 MW PV system and 1.3 GWh energy storage, making it the world’s largest microgrid infrastructure. Huawei’s modular and pre-integrated microgrid energy storage solution played a crucial role in the project’s success. The Red Sea Project exemplifies the potential of innovative solutions in achieving sustainable energy goals.
Driving Innovation in Renewable Energy Integration
The workshop concluded with a focus on driving innovation in renewable energy integration. Huawei’s Grid-Forming Smart Renewable Energy Generator Solution was highlighted as a key advancement in this field. The solution leverages Huawei’s expertise in PV, energy storage, and grid-forming technologies to enhance grid stability and reliability. It increases new energy access by 40%, redefines voltage, frequency, and phase angle stability, and ensures safety and reliability.
Dr. Liu Yunfeng’s presentation on the future of semiconductor power systems and grid-forming technology provided a comprehensive overview of the evolving energy landscape. He emphasized the importance of energy storage in addressing challenges like transient stability and inertia in large-scale renewable integration. Dr. Liu’s insights underscored the need for continuous innovation in enhancing grid stability and reliability.
The workshop’s success was marked by the active participation of industry leaders, experts, and operators from the APAC region. The event fostered collaboration and knowledge sharing, driving advancements in grid-forming technology and supporting the region’s transition to a more sustainable and resilient power system. Huawei’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of this technology was evident throughout the workshop, highlighting the company’s role in shaping the future of renewable energy integration.
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