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SPOTLIGHT ON WEST OF SCOTLAND


MULTI-MILLION POUND ELECTRICITY GRID RESEARCH CENTRE OPENS IN SCOTLAND


THE FIRST IN EUROPE


The University of Strathclyde’s Power Networks Demonstration Centre (PNDC) has been officially opened by Scotland’s First Minister.


The centre, the first of its kind in Europe, has been established in response to growing demands for secure, reliable and environmentally- friendly electricity across the globe.


JOINT VENTURE


ADVANCE TECHNOLOGIES AND IDEAS The PNDC aims to accelerate the adoption of advanced technologies and convert ideas and research into low carbon solutions for the electricity industry of the future.


The world-class centre is home to researchers, engineers and industry specialists who are developing new research and technologies, from advanced grid control schemes to intelligent sensor systems, in the facility’s controlled and safe environment.


The 900-square-metre building is equipped with high quality, innovative control and simulations systems and is home to a real-life, reconfigurable power network independent from the national grid.


Located in Cumbernauld near Glasgow, the PNDC is a venture between the University of Strathclyde, ScottishPower Energy Networks, Scottish and Southern Energy Power Distribution, Scottish Enterprise and the Scottish Funding Council.


GOVERNMENT FOCUS – SCOTLAND LEADING THE WAY


First Minister Alex Salmond said: “This is a truly world-class research centre and the first of its kind in Europe, clearly reinforcing that Scotland is leading the way when it comes to the new ideas, new solutions and new practices that will help us meet the electricity and energy needs of the future.


“Smart grid technologies are increasingly important as we move to a low-carbon economy, helping to reduce energy waste and making it easier for homes and businesses to generate their own renewable energy. Our ambitious plans for this sector demonstrate that it has the potential to create up to 12,000 jobs by 2020.


“I am therefore delighted to open this hugely innovative research centre, which is a fantastic example of researchers, engineers and industry specialists working together to improve energy efficiency. This firmly putting Scotland at the forefront of smart electrical technologies and setting new standards in electrical distribution.”


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