Grid Code Compliance for Power Generation Systems: Simulation, Certification and Evolving Requirements

As power systems continue to evolve, grid operators around the world are implementing increasingly complex technical requirements to maintain reliability, stability and power quality. For developers, manufacturers and operators of renewable and conventional power plants, demonstrating compliance with these requirements has become a critical step in the grid connection process.

Join UL Solutions for an informative session on the simulation and certification process for Power Generation Systems (PGS) and learn how simulation-based conformity assessments can support grid code compliance across global markets.

During this session, our experts will provide an overview of the key technical requirements that apply at the power plant level and explain how simulation studies are used to evaluate system performance under various operating conditions. Attendees will gain practical insight into the certification process and understand the role that advanced simulation tools play in demonstrating compliance with grid code requirements.

Topics covered will include:

• An introduction to the main components involved in grid code evaluation of power generation systems
• An overview of conformity assessment processes for grid code compliance in Spain and Germany
• Simulation studies commonly requested for power plant operation, including power quality and network performance assessments
• Advanced simulation capabilities available at the UL Solutions Madrid laboratory, including electromagnetic transient (EMT) studies, transient analysis and grid-forming evaluations
• The role of simulation and certification in supporting successful grid connection applications

Who should attend?

This webinar is designed for:

• Power plant developers and operators
• Renewable energy project developers
• Grid compliance and engineering specialists
• Manufacturers of power generation equipment
• Technical professionals involved in grid connection and certification processes

Key takeaways

By attending this session, you will:

• Understand the grid code requirements that apply at the power generation system level.
• Learn how simulation studies support the conformity assessment process.
• Gain insight into certification pathways used in key European markets.
• Discover the advanced simulation capabilities available through UL Solutions.
• Better prepare your projects for successful grid connection and operation.

Speakers

• Miguel Martinez
  Principal Engineer, Grid Code Compliance, UL Solutions
   
  Miguel holds a PhD in Electronic Physics and has been working in grid code testing, certification and compliance since 2008. He founded CERE (UL MAD) in 2015 and is an active member of national and international standardization committees involved in the development of grid code requirements and conformity assessment methods.