Episode 11

Harmonics And Its Relevance To Ev Charging

Explained: What are Harmonics and what is Harmonic Distortion, why do we have to consider them and how do they impact on your project and EV Charging?

Whether you’re considering a Renewable Energy Generation project or large-scale EV charging hub, on this episode you’ll be introduced to Harmonics and how it can impact your project.

This week we have our very own David Padayachee who is the Connections Design Manager at eSmart Networks. David is Chartered Engineer with over 14 years’ industry experience having spent time working in Power System Consultancy and across various DNOs.

HIGHLIGHTS

● Harmonics and Harmonic Distortion Explained

● Equipment associated with Harmonic Distortion

● Increase of Harmonics on the network due to the uptake of EVCs and Renewables

● Industry Standards

● Solutions the industry can do to reduce Harmonics

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About your host

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Brian Moorhead

Brian MoorheadMEng MIET Assoc CIPD Is currently lead Grid connections manager at eSmart Networks, heading up their UK wide grid consultancy team.

Brian is a former power academy scholar and has spent his whole career in the power industry across a range of roles focused on connecting renewables, battery storage, EV charging and industrial electrification to the grid. Brian is also a member of the local Northern Ireland IET committee.