Utility Project
CTP has provided engineering services for over 1,000 MW of utility scale solar/wind farms at all stages of the project lifecycle.
Our diverse range of clients includes renewable energy developers, generator owners, EPC companies and project financiers/investors. Our work ranges from initial feasibility analysis to witness testing as we offer value across the whole project lifecycle.
Our Team
Our utility team is divided into three sub-teams and provides a broad range of services for utility scale solar/wind projects.
Feasibility Study
CTP assesses the feasibility of a project by reviewing site information and producing a preliminary report which includes:
- Indicative Schematics (Site Layout, AC, DC)
- System Sizing (AC & MWp) due to network and other constraints
- Technical Assessment – Critical Network Constraints
Power System Studies
CTP not only has access to all the major industry relevant power system software packages (PowerFactory / PSSE / PSS Sincal / PSCAD) but also possesses the analytical proficiency to generate high quality power system studies / analysis as required by NSP and AEMO. This includes but not limited to:
- Reactive Power Capability
- Response to Voltage Disturbances
- Response to Contingency Event
- Voltage & Reactive Power Control
- Fault Studies
- Frequency Control
- Active Power Control
- Impact on Network Capability
- Power Quality
- Protection & Control Schemes
- System Study Report and more
Grid Connection
CTP will take you through all the steps of the Grid Connection Application process, including:
- Preliminary Connection Enquiry
- Detailed Connection Enquiry
- Offer to Connect
- Grid Connection Agreement
Due Diligence
CTP offers technical due diligence services for investors and developers seeking to acquire projects. Whatever the stage of project development, CTP can assess the risk up-front so you can be informed and lead the negotiations from a position of knowledge.
Owners Engineering Services
CTP will provide owner’s engineers services for your project – on site and remotely. CTP can help throughout the design, construction and commissioning phase ensuring successful outcomes and lowering risk on these complex projects. CTP can provide the following Owners Engineer services:
- Development of Principal Project Requirements and technical
specifications/schedules - EPC contract negotiations (technical requirements)
- Design reviews
- Investor reliance documentation and independent assessments
- Construction QA and site visits
- Assessment of progress claims
- Commissioning plan review and witness testing
- Technical advice throughout construction, commissioning and operation
Development Application Technical Input
CTP will prepare plans as requested by your designated town planning agency. CTP’s scope would typically include:
- Dimensioned site layout, floor plans & elevations of any proposed buildings
- Details about solar panels and associated structures
- Connection to network and additional technical information as required