Detailed Design studies for 1 MW Makoro PV and 2MWh plant in DRC
Main Project features Develop detailed designs for the construction of the PV plant at Makoro in DRC involving PV plant layout and configuration. Produce detailed design drawings and develop design specification that will enable the EPC to construct the plant. Develop a Bill of Quantities (BoQ) outlining equipment specifications as well as prices. The design […]
Eskom New Ancillary Services studies to support the South African Grid during energy transition
Main Project features To investigate and assess new ancillary service (AS) Products and Services to support Eskom system operator (SO) during energy transition. To conduct these studies to investigate the various AS products System and Market Operators around the globe have adopted and developed to support power systems during the energy transition. To design and […]
ESCOM Malawi BESS integration Studies:
Main Project features The proposed 20 MW BESS with 30 MWh storage capacity will be integrated into the ESCOM power system network at Kanengo substation. The main objective of the task was to determine the primary frequency settings in DigSilent for the 20 MW BESS with 30 MWh storage capacity and determine a voltage control […]
ESCOM Malawi Capacity Building for Integration of Renewable Energy Generation into Malawian Grid
Main Project features Undertook capacity building for mainly system operator engineers in Malawi. The aim was to do knowledge transfer to help the Malawi System operator as they planned to integrate high levels of renewable energy in the country. The main issues were, what are the considerations in this regard and how should they be […]
Generation Connection Capacity Assessment (GCCA) Studies for various EDF PV plant developments in Mpumalanga and Limpopo (13 developments in total)
Main Project features Conduct power evacuation studies to determine the maximum generation connection capacity that can be integrated into the Eskom network at various connection points at substations within the area, based on limitations on the high voltage distribution network (HV limitations). Position held: Engineering Consultancy Activities performed:
Generation Connection Capacity Assessment Studies and Connection Works Costs for 1000 MW RE Generation Plant at Potchefstroom cluster farms, in Northwest Province
Main Project features Conduct power evacuation studies to determine the maximum generation connection capacity that can be integrated into the Eskom network from the Potchefstroom Cluster Farms Development area in the Northwest province. Position held: Engineering Consultancy Activities performed:
Grid Impact Studies for 15 MW PV plant development at East London Industrial Development Zone
Main Project features To conduct grid impact studies for ELIDZ for the deployment of a 15 MWp / 12 (MWac) distributed solar PV system. CSIR previously conducted a solar PV system feasibility for deployment at the industrial zone. These grid impact studies were therefore a follow-on to assess the implications of implementing the PV system […]
Generation Connection Capacity Studies for a 300 MW Gas to Power plant in KZN, New Castle
Main Project features Undertake GCCA studies to determine the maximum connection capacity at various possible connection points in the vicinity of the plant. Quantify the amount of power that can be allowed from the plant to keep the Transmission / Distribution grids within their operational limits. Position held: Engineering Consultancy Activities performed:
Review and Supervision of feasibility studies for solar PV development at 40 hospitals in Gauteng
Main Project features Review of feasibility studies for solar PV integration at 40 government hospitals in Gauteng province. Provide guidance to appointed service providers to make sure that the designs of the PV plants meets the relvant international and national standards. Was acting as the main consultant / expert for Gauteng Department of Infrastructure Development. […]
Feasibility studies for development a hybrid solution involving a Combined Heat and Power plant as well as PV plant integration at Chris Hani Baragwanath hospital
Main Project features Investigate the viability of possible alternative energy supply solutions for the Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital that will cater for the facility’s energy needs which comprise electrical and heating. The identified alternative energy solutions should be technically sound and be able to demonstrate overall economic benefits for the hospital. Position held: Engineering […]