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ACDC 2023

The 19th International Conference on AC and DC Power Transmission

1 – 3 March 2023 | TIC Building, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow, UK

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The electrical power system is changing and we face new challenges.

ACDC is the meeting point for power transmission engineers to learn about new challenges in the energy industry, arising from environmental, regulatory, political and social factors; and how they impact on the development of transmission schemes.

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The multi-stream programme contains the latest insights in transmission and distribution engineering.

The programme includes plans to develop the power grid, steps towards the net zero grid, HVDC resilience, new developments in AC and DC power, FACTS and network control, the role of power electronics in the grid, as well as new innovations such as energy islands.

2023 participants

50herts logo BEIS logo Brunel University logo Cardiff University logo EIRGRID logo Energinet logo Catapult logo epsrc logo esig logo GE logo Hitachi Energy logo HVDC-WISE logo Imperial College London logo Ku Leuven logo National Grid logo National Grid ESO logo Newcastle University logo Ofgem logo Orsted logo PNDC logo Red Electrica De Espana logo Regen logo Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks logo Siemens Energy logo SP Energy Networks logo SSE logo SuperGrid Institute logo Tennet logo The National HVDC Centre logo Univeristy of Manchester logo Univeristy of Strathclyde logo Wind Grid logo Xlinks logo

Hear from top names in power transmission

David WrightDavid Wright
Group Chief Engineer
National Grid

Julian LeslieJulian Leslie
Head of Networks and Chief Engineer
National Grid ESO

Dr Cora Petino-WagnerDr Cora Petino-Wagner
Electrical System Design, Energy System Planning
TenneT

Fitim KryeziFitim Kryezi
Senior Lead of the electrical design: North Sea Energy Island
Energinet
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Cornelius HeckCornelius Heck
Team Leader for Stability Analysis and Large Projects in Strategic Grid Planning
50Hertz Transmission GmbH

James YuJames Yu
Head of Innovation Team of Future Networks
SP Energy Networks

Gunther NewcombeGunther Newcombe
ORION Energy Hub Project Coordinator
ORION Clean Energy Project

Julia MatevosyanJulia Matevosyan
Chief Engineer
Energy Systems Integration Group (ESIG)
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Watch the video trailer

We asked the organising committee why ACDC 2023 is important to help the power transmission industry to achieve Net Zero.
Go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hdltQDLpkZA

What is the biggest game-changer towards Net Zero?

Some of the ACDC 2023 speakers talk about the technologies that will make the biggest impact in the energy transition, new ideas that interest them, and more.
Go to https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/we-asked-experts-what-biggest-game-changer-

Raise your brand’s profile at ACDC 2023

Whether it’s lead generation, brand awareness, thought leadership, a new product launch or geographical expansion you have in mind, our team will work with you to build a bespoke sponsorship and exhibition package that best helps you achieve your aims.
Go to mailto:sponsorship@theiet.org

Tutorial: PSCAD training

The tutorial on 1 March is an introductory PSCAD course with a special focus on modern grid connection and challenges in Inverter dominant grids. You will gain insight into developing a practical grid model in PSCAD and performing renewable integration studies, and learn to analyse challenges and solutions for the modern electric grid.
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ACDC is the meeting point for power transmission engineers

The multi-stream programme contains the latest insights in transmission and distribution engineering, including plans to develop the power grid, steps towards the net zero grid, HVDC resilience, new developments in AC and DC power, FACTS and network control, the role of power electronics in the grid, as well as new innovations such as energy islands.

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Gain CPD hours

Attending ACDC counts towards counts towards 14 hours of CPD which can be easily recorded using our Career Manager.

Go to https://www.theiet.org/career/professional-development/career-manager

Environmental statement

We are committed to having an environmentally responsible event portfolio and we are working hard to plan and implement events which reflect sustainable event best practices.