Energy Unplugged by Aurora EP.233 Carolina Nester on Curtailment and its Impact
22 snips
Mar 5, 2025 Carolina Nester, Head of Operations for Iberia at Sonnedix, brings over 17 years of expertise in the photovoltaic sector. She delves into the complexities of grid curtailment in Spain, discussing negative pricing effects and innovative strategies for asset management. Carolina also explains the Automatic Power Reduction System (SRAP) and its role in optimizing grid stability. With insights on evolving solar installation practices and the necessity for technology adaptation, she emphasizes the importance of balancing renewable energy output with market demands.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Iberian Energy Market Context
- Spain and Portugal are rapidly deploying renewable energy, primarily solar PV.
- This rapid growth, coupled with slow demand growth and favorable weather for other renewables, led to negative energy prices and grid curtailment.
Impact on Asset Management
- Negative prices and curtailment require smarter asset management and financial strategies.
- Predicting curtailment and optimizing dispatch strategies are crucial for maximizing revenue.
Predicting Curtailment
- Base curtailment predictions on historical data and node analysis.
- Recognize that predictions are estimations based on past data, not guarantees of future events.