grid connection
[/ɡrɪd kəˈnɛkʃən/]
nounpl: grid connections
conexão à rede
1. The physical and electrical link between a power generation system (such as solar panels or wind turbines) and the public electricity distribution network
The solar panel installation requires a grid connection to feed excess energy back to the utility company.
A instalação de painéis solares requer uma conexão à rede para devolver o excesso de energia à concessionária.
2. The infrastructure and technical specifications needed to integrate renewable energy sources or independent generators into the electrical grid
Grid connection standards vary by region and must meet safety requirements.
Os padrões de conexão à rede variam por região e devem atender aos requisitos de segurança.
3. The process of connecting a power generation facility to the main electricity distribution system
The wind farm's grid connection was completed after months of regulatory approval.
A conexão à rede da fazenda eólica foi concluída após meses de aprovação regulatória.
In Brazil, grid connection has become increasingly important with the expansion of solar energy incentives and distributed generation programs. ANEEL regulates grid connection standards and requirements. The term is widely used in discussions about renewable energy transition and energy independence. In Portuguese-speaking countries, this is a technical term essential in energy policy conversations, especially regarding net metering (compensação de energia) programs that allow consumers to feed excess renewable energy back to the grid.
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