Formulation of advanced design standards for HV/MV Substations to optimize and utilize renewable resources in construction, operation and maintenance: Technical challenges and lessons learned

The growth of the demand for electric energy service, together with the entry of new generation projects based on renewable sources promoted by the energy transition, is creating new challenges for the network operators. This means that it becomes necessary to guarantee reliability, safety and quality of the service, reconsidering the investment plans for the expansion of the electrical systems. In this context, the construction of new electrical infrastructure must be considered, especially high-and medium-voltage substations that can support the accelerated growth of consumption centers and the connection of new renewable energy generation projects.