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GE Vernova Inc. has recently secured a contract with 50Hertz Transmission GmbH to provide advanced grid-stabilizing technology in support of Germany’s energy transition to a renewable future. The contract includes the delivery of a 300 Mvar Static Synchronous Compensator (STATCOM) solution with Grid Forming Control (GFM) to enhance grid stability as more renewable energy sources are integrated into the system.
The STATCOM units, designed and manufactured at GE Vernova’s facilities in Dresden and Tampere, will be deployed at key substations in Germany to strengthen the country’s electrical infrastructure and support its ambitious Energiewende goals. The units will automatically adapt to grid voltage fluctuations to keep the grid stable, especially in light of the increasing share of variable energy sources like wind and solar.
50Hertz Transmission GmbH, part of the Belgian-German Elia Group, operates the electricity transmission system in the north and east of Germany and is expanding its grid infrastructure to facilitate the energy transition. The deployment of STATCOM technology is seen as crucial in stabilizing the power grid and supporting the integration of renewable energies, as emphasized by Dr. Dirk Biermann, Chief Operating Officer of 50Hertz.
GE Vernova’s FACTSFLEX GFM solution represents an advanced approach to managing grid balance and supporting Germany’s energy transition goals. By actively responding to grid conditions and enhancing grid flexibility, this technology plays a vital role in ensuring a reliable and sustainable energy future. GE Vernova’s recent inauguration of the HVDC Competence Center in Berlin further underscores its commitment to supporting European grid operators with innovative high-voltage technology solutions.
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