One Sun, One World, One Grid. Reimagine the Future...
Dr. Sagar M. Agravat
Head - Technology Development | Renewable Energy Business @ Larsen & Toubro | Chair - Energy Committee @ The Southern India Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI) | IVLP Alumni - USA Exchange Program
In a world increasingly driven by sustainable energy solutions, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of "One Sun, One World, One Grid" (OSOWOG) stands as a groundbreaking initiative. This vision aims to create a global ecosystem of interconnected renewable energy sources, with solar power at its core, leveraging transnational grids. Let’s explore how this ambitious project can be realized and the critical role transnational grids play in achieving it.
The Vision: One Sun, One World, One Grid
OSOWOG seeks to connect different countries through a common grid that can transfer solar power globally. The initiative is rooted in the principle of "The Sun Never Sets," ensuring that solar energy is harnessed and distributed across regions where the sun is shining at different times, thus optimizing global solar energy use.
The Role of Transnational Grids
Transnational grids are the backbone of the OSOWOG initiative. These grids will facilitate the seamless transfer of electricity generated from solar power plants across borders, ensuring a continuous supply of clean energy. Here’s how:
Successful Examples and Insights
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HVDC Submarine Cables: The Technological Backbone
The deployment of HVDC submarine cables is critical to the success of OSOWOG. These cables are designed to transport large quantities of electricity over long distances with high efficiency and reliability. The "HVDC Submarine Power Cables in the World" report highlights key features and technological advancements:
Conclusion: A Path to Global Energy Harmony
Realizing Mr. Modi’s OSOWOG vision requires a concerted effort to develop and implement transnational grids. By leveraging advanced technologies like HVDC submarine cables and fostering international cooperation, the world can move closer to a sustainable and resilient energy future.
Key Takeaways:
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11 Nov 2021 The promises and pitfalls of India’s plan for a global grid Practical hurdles Maintaining a stable grid over large geographical areas is not easy, especially with energy demand being distributed across a geographically diverse region such as South Asia, where population density, and consequent energy demand, varies widely. To function, any grid needs a constant base load, or a minimum level of electricity flow, at any given time. A bigger grid becomes more difficult to stabilise with a steady electricity current because it will experience demand peaks and drops at different times in different places. Achieving 2,600 GW of interconnection by 2050 is “an ambitious target”, commented the IEEFA’s Vibhuti Garg. “We need to break it down into short term and more achievable targets. The idea of OSOWOG is great but it has its own challenges.” These are likely to be more logistic than technological, Mathur explained. Securing enough buy-in for GGI-OSOWOG to work The initiative raises questions of national sovereignty. There could be some reluctance from an energy security perspective. Please continue reading here: https://www.thethirdpole.net/en/energy/osowog-promises-pitfalls-indias-global-grid-plan/