Design of a Protection System for Distributed Energy Sources in Distribution Grids

The continuous rise in electricity consumption and the integration of renewable energy sources into distribution grids are gradually posing challenges to conventional protection systems. This trend significantly impacts traditional centralized methods of electricity generation, shifting towards local production and consumption and moving closer to emerging microgrids. This aspect was specifically considered during the development of the current power system we utilize. To ensure the successful emergence of microgrids, it's imperative to begin addressing the issue of protecting these renewable energy sources, especially considering that our current devices lack communication or remote-control capabilities. The size of the topology and the number of devices managed at each point in a microgrid will play a crucial role. Therefore, addressing the overall management of individual devices and resources within the microgrid is essential.