Articles | Volume 9, issue 11
https://doi.org/10.5194/wes-9-2087-2024
https://doi.org/10.5194/wes-9-2087-2024
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06 Nov 2024
Review article |  | 06 Nov 2024

Grand challenges of wind energy science – meeting the needs and services of the power system

Mark O'Malley, Hannele Holttinen, Nicolaos Cutululis, Til Kristian Vrana, Jennifer King, Vahan Gevorgian, Xiongfei Wang, Fatemeh Rajaei-Najafabadi, and Andreas Hadjileonidas

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The rising share of wind power poses challenges to cost-effective integration while ensuring reliability. Balancing the needs of the power system and contributions of wind power is crucial for long-term value. Research should prioritize wind power advantages over competitors, focussing on internal challenges. Collaboration with other technologies is essential for addressing the fundamental objectives of power systems – maintaining reliable supply–demand balance at the lowest cost.
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