We invite you to enjoy our quarterly newsletter, full of valuable insights from our international energy experts, curated for energy professionals like you.
In this edition, you will find a collection of thought-provoking articles, including: The National Energy System Operator’s (NESO) pivotal proposal to the UK Government, our 2024 Engineering Scholars at the University of Canterbury, PSC’s endorsement of Scotland’s innovative reforms to fast-track the energy transition, leveraging AI for superior grid connectivity, a deep dive into BEGA and BELLA, and The Storage Imperative: Driving Australia’s Clean Energy Future, plus much more.
If you have valuable insights to share and would like to contribute an article to our platform and the PSC News, we invite you to reach out to Matt Robinson our Head of Strategy at PSC Group.
The ambitious plans are set – now, we need action
The National Energy System Operator’s (NESO) recent submission to the UK Government outlines a bold and necessary path to a clean power system for Great Britain by 2030. PSC’s Liam Feeney discusses how the focus must shift from planning to action.
The Storage Imperative: Powering Australia’s Clean Energy Transition
Monash University Grid Innovation Hub and PSC Consulting have partnered to present a groundbreaking white paper that sheds light on one of the most critical solutions to the renewable energy transition: energy storage.
This paper seeks to close a critical knowledge gap and unravel the complexities of energy storage technologies. Offering pioneering research that not only challenges conventional thinking but also provides invaluable insights, and a few unexpected curveballs, for policymakers, market operators, and industry leaders in the energy sector.
2024 Engineering Scholars at University of Canterbury
PSC is delighted to honor our 2024 scholars in New Zealand! Congratulations to Ben Simons (3rd Year) and Treasa Glubb (4th Year) on your well-deserved awards!
PSC General Manager Liam Feeney shares support for Scotland’s proposed reforms to accelerate the energy transition
The UK and Scottish governments’ latest proposal to streamline Scotland’s energy infrastructure approvals is not just welcome news, it is long overdue. PSC General Manager Liam Feeney shares support for Scotland’s proposed reforms to accelerate the energy transition.
The electricity sector is seeing more grid connection applications each year. PSC UK’s Leandro Cunha, Syahrul Saad and James Civil highlight that ensuring consistency and accuracy in assessments has become more challenging adapting to various connection types, and technologies.
BEGA and BELLA explained: A developer’s guide for embedded large power station connections in Scotland
Developers in Scotland of large, embedded power stations have a choice of two types of agreements with the NESO; a BEGA or BELLA. Richard Lavender and Syahrul Saad highlight the crucial differences and implications of either choice.
Dr. Rizah Memisevic, a principal engineer at PSC, presented at EECON 2024’s technical session on Innovation and New Ideas in Networks, which was held in Sydney, Australia on 18-20 November 2024.
At this year’s EEA Conference held in Christchurch, Dylan Jenkins, PSC New Zealand’s Operational Technologies Manager, shared insights on “Enhancing Grid Connectivity for Small Generators in New Zealand through ICCP as a Service.” With a rich engineering and management background, Dylan recently returned to New Zealand after 12 years abroad, including leading a Power Grid Automation team in the Middle East.
A successful CIGRE Canada!
PSC proudly participated in CIGRE Canada, where our team engaged in insightful conversations and networking.
Singapore International Energy Week (SIEW)
PSC was happy to be part of SIEW 2024, the Asia Clean Energy Summit (ACES), and the AESIEAP CEO Conference. SIEW continues to be a pivotal forum for shaping the future of energy, particularly given dynamic shifts in policy within the ASEAN region. Our team connected with industry leaders, exchanged ideas, explored emerging technologies, and engaged in transformative discussions to drive our energy future forward!
PSC at All Energy Australia
The PSC team was proud to participate in the 2024 All Energy Australia Exhibition & Conference, one of the largest clean energy events held in Australia. With a history spanning over 15 years, this event plays a crucial role in advancing towards a sustainable energy future. In addition to the exhibition, the conference features insightful presentations, engaging panel discussions, and hands-on workshops focusing on renewable energy, climate change, policy, and market trends.
PSC mourns the passing of Tim Hood who was part of our Adelaide Telecommunications team in Australia.
Congratulations and all the very best to Keith Fisk (PSC New Zealand) on his retirement after an amazing 26 years at PSC!
Expertise matters
Congratulations to Eric Hebeisen for his invaluable contributions during his remarkable 10-year tenure with us!
Introducing our exceptional wave of new additions who joined us during the months of September, October and November.
Mehrdad Rostami Senior Manager, Power System Studies
Andy Hammond Senior Consultant II, Power Network Solutions
Ali Nasr Esfahani Consultant III, Power System Studies
Harshana Lekamge Senior Consultant II, Power System Studies
Poria Astero Manager, Power System Studies
Kristin Hungerford Financial Planning and Analysis Manager
Peter Williams Technical Director, Strategic Advisory
Una Drayton Intern Consultant, Power Network Solutions
Mihaela Ciulei Business Development Senior Manager
Maryam Torabi Consultant II, Power System Studies
Dibakar Shil Senior Consultant II, Power System Studies
