Power Park Modules (PPM)
Compliance testing for Power Park Modules is part of our emergency response planning.
What is a Power Park Module?
A Power Park Module (PPM) is a unit or group of units generating electricity, which is either:
- Non-synchronously connected to the network
- Connected through power electronics
PPMs also have a single connection point to a transmission, distribution, or HVDC system.
Compliance Testing Approach
The TSO and the DSO have an agreed compliance testing approach for Controllable Power Park Modules with a registered capacity of 5MW or more. This is set out in the TSO & DSO Wind Farm Testing Protocol.
PPMs must carry out the following tests:
- Site survey - for TSO and DSO connected PPMs, in coordination with EirGrid
- Black start shutdown test - for TSO connected PPMs, in coordination with EirGrid and NCC
- Dispatch fail test - for DSO connected PPMs, in coordination with EirGrid and DSO
Battery energy storage power stations don't require black start shutdown. Hybrid sites (e.g. WFPS and battery) require black start shutdown due to the presence of the WFPS. This includes Dispatch Fail Lamp (DFL) and Blue Alert Lamp (BAL) for distribution connected batteries.
EirGrid Grid Code v.8 has been updated based on the European Network Requirements for Generators (RfG). Generators are now categorised as RfG or non-RfG. Battery energy storage power stations (ESPS) are non-RfG units.
Making Changes to a PPM
Power Park Modules must submit a PPM Load Profile Request Form before:
- Changing PPM characteristics
- Making software upgrades
- Carrying out any testing that is not scheduled with us
Guidance Documents
See documents relating to controllability, categorisation, certification and technical specifications.
Policy on Controllability and Categorisation
Policy on Certification
Technical Specifications