Stability 

What is Grid Stability? 

Maintaining grid stability means balancing production and consumption in real time, all the time. While it is easy to take reliable power for granted, grid operators work tirelessly to make sure the grid stays balanced. Too much power compared to demand causes the grid’s electrical frequency to rise, risking damage to grid equipment. Too little power compared to demand leads to blackouts. 

Why is it important to New York State? 

As New York increasingly relies on  a growing fleet of renewable resources, ranging from large hydroelectric power plants to rooftop solar arrays, grid operators have many factors to consider when managing the grid’s stability. Grid operators need to maintain constant situational awareness of both the production and consumption of energy so they can respond appropriately. This requires new technologies, forecasting tools, and operational strategies.  

How is Grid CONNECT advancing grid stability? 

Grid CONNECT is exploring the technologies and strategies needed to help grid operators maintain grid stability. NYPA AGILe Lab’s digital twin of New York’s grid will serve as an asset for testing the capabilities of these technologies to alleviate the challenges facing the grid. 

How can I get more involved?  

Do you have an idea for how New York can develop a more stable grid? Post it on Grid CONNECT’s Idea Exchange! You will have to register an account to create a post, but all ideas are publicly visible.