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ENTSO-E Warns of Voltage Control Failures in Spain's Renewable Energy Grid

A major blackout in southern Spain highlights the need for better voltage control in regions heavily reliant on renewables. ENTSO-E urges Spain to strengthen its grid management.

As we can see in the image there is a clear sky and at the bottom there are buildings and in...
As we can see in the image there is a clear sky and at the bottom there are buildings and in between there is a bridge on which a metro train is passing and in between there are electric poles which are connected to electric wires and below it there is a ploughing vehicle and beside it there are plants and trees and between them there is a black tent and beside it there is a fencing.

ENTSO-E Warns of Voltage Control Failures in Spain's Renewable Energy Grid

A report by ENTSO-E experts, released on Friday, has highlighted critical failures in voltage control in southern Spain. The blackout, which left many regions in darkness, was caused by a significant drop in renewable energy production. ENTSO-E has emphasized the need for improved energy control capacity in Spain, regardless of the production technology.

The report underscores the importance of robust energy management, especially in regions heavily reliant on renewable energy sources. The Spanish authority responsible for managing energy levels, 'Red Eléctrica de España' (REE), is expected to enhance its strategies to prevent such incidents in the future. The cascading failure of large volumes of renewable energy production was the primary cause of the blackout, highlighting the need for diversified and resilient grid management.

ENTSO-E's report serves as a wake-up call for Spain to strengthen its energy control capabilities. With the increasing integration of renewable energy sources, robust grid management is crucial to ensure reliability and stability. 'Red Eléctrica de España' is now tasked with implementing improvements to prevent similar incidents and maintain the country's energy security.

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