DURATION: 45 mins
SYNOPSIS: The growing integration of decentralized energy resources—such as rooftop solar—and the increasing adoption of variable loads like electric vehicles are placing new challenges on distribution network. These pressures can lead to issues such as voltage fluctuations, renewable energy curtailment, and even supply disruptions for consumers. While various solutions exist, the question remains: how do we achieve a cost optimization while ensuring network stability and performance?

In this section, we will present:
 

• Key challenges facing today’s distribution networks
• Hitachi Energy’s voltage‑regulation solution, with a focus on C‑LVR technology
• A real case study comparing different solutions to help determine where each option is most effective