
Power Plant Controller (GPM PPC) optimizes renewable power plant performance with real-time control and advanced automation.
Vendor
GreenPowerMonitor, a DNV company
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Overview
The GreenPowerMonitor Power Plant Controller (GPM PPC) is an advanced automation and control system designed specifically for utility-scale renewable energy power plants, such as solar PV and storage facilities. It provides centralized management for plant operations, enabling precise, real-time control of plant equipment and systems to optimize energy production and improve operational efficiency. The controller supports various plant configurations and integrates seamlessly with existing SCADA and monitoring systems, facilitating flexible operation modes and enhanced grid compliance. Its robust design ensures reliable performance under challenging environmental conditions, helping operators meet grid codes and maximize plant profitability.
Features and Capabilities
- Real-time Plant Control: Enables direct control of inverters, trackers, and other plant assets with sub-second command execution.
- Flexible Operation Modes: Supports various plant modes including remote, autonomous, and grid-following operation.
- Advanced Automation: Implements complex plant-level control algorithms for curtailment, ramp rate control, and power factor management.
- Grid Code Compliance: Ensures compliance with regional grid codes through adaptive control and protective functions.
- Scalability: Suitable for single-site plants or multi-plant centralized control architectures.
- Seamless Integration: Compatible with multiple SCADA systems and communication protocols, ensuring easy deployment.
- Alarm and Event Management: Comprehensive monitoring with customizable alarms, event logging, and notifications.
- Data Acquisition and Reporting: Collects and stores extensive operational data for performance analysis and regulatory reporting.
- User-friendly Interface: Intuitive interfaces for operators, supporting both local and remote access with secure authentication.
- Robust and Reliable Hardware: Designed for harsh environments, ensuring continuous operation in utility-scale plants.
- Remote Access & Diagnostics: Enables remote troubleshooting and maintenance, reducing downtime and operational costs.
- Customizable Control Logic: Allows plant-specific control strategies to be implemented through flexible configuration tools.