AGILe
NYPA Develops Advanced Grid Lab
Rapid technological changes in energy use, data, and generation have led NYPA to create an advanced laboratory facility to test, model, and create new solutions for energy systems. The Advanced Grid Innovation Laboratory for Energy (AGILe) positions New York State as a global center for electric grid research. The lab is operated under the auspices of the New York Power Authority. Scroll this webpage for information about our research areas, capabilities, projects, team members and much more.
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Advanced T&D Applications: The lab will be able to simulate large portions of the transmission grid, testing the impacts of distributed energy resources, electric vehicles, energy storage, etc. |
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Cyber Security: AGILe will allow research to study the impacts and challenges of cyber incidents on the grid. |
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Sensors: The lab will provide the ability to test new sensing technologies and the development of algorithms for maximizing sensor data. |
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Automation: Which is changing system operation and maintenance. Testing and modeling automated systems will allow for more reliable deployment. |
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Controllers: Modeling and testing power electronic controllers will help engineers evaluate and choose among emerging technologies. |
AGILe at Work
NYPA's Advanced Grid Innovation Lab for Energy allows real-time modeling of New York's energy grid, suggests improvements and simulates the impact of new technologies.
As we navigate the dynamic landscape of energy and climate, our commitment to leading New York State’s ambitious decarbonization efforts remains steadfast. Our mission is clear: to drive the state's transition to a low-carbon future while ensuring this transformation is just, equitable, and inclusive.
New York’s Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) sets forth some of the most aggressive decarbonization goals in the nation. These goals—including achieving 70% renewable energy by 2030 and a zero-emission electricity sector by 2040—are woven into our strategic initiatives. We are dedicated to embedding sustainability in every facet of our operations, reinforcing the power grid's reliability and resilience, and fostering innovation that paves the way for a greener future.
Our significant progress includes operationalizing major projects like the 20-megawatt Northern New York Project and numerous energy storage projects. These initiatives enhance grid reliability, reduce emissions, and cut costs, ensuring that clean energy is not only available but also accessible to all New Yorkers.
Innovation is the cornerstone of our strategy. From modernizing facilities to advancing energy storage technology, we are optimizing every aspect of our energy ecosystem. Our collaborations, such as the joint venture with the New York Power Authority and Brookhaven National Laboratory, exemplify our commitment to a sustainable and prosperous future.
Our mission extends beyond environmental impact—it is about creating equitable benefits for all. Our financial strategies, including the issuance of green bonds, support projects that align with our environmental goals, ensuring that our investments contribute to a cleaner and more resilient future.
Join us as we build on our accomplishments and look toward the future. Inspired by our achievements and driven by the challenges ahead, we are ready to deliver on New York State’s energy vision and drive our state towards a cleaner, greener, and more equitable energy future.
Capabilities
- Real-time simulation of end-to-end grid including development of detailed NYS grid models
- Hardware/software-in-the-loop equipment testing for digital substation automation and control
- Simulation of communication systems and cyber security events
- Economic analysis and evaluation of technical solutions
Use Cases
Equipment Configuration and Testing:
- Test equipment in realistic field conditions
- Validate the performance of novel technologies
Novel System Protection Schemes:
- Validate protective relaying behavior and settings
- De-risk novel protection schemes
Digital Substation and IEC 61850:
- Create replicas of substation intelligent electronic devices
- Perform closed-loop testing using communication protocols
Distribution Automation and DERMS:
- Simulate the performance of distribution automation system
- Integrate distributed energy resources and storage
Cyber Security:
- Create testbeds used for tabletop exercises
- Evaluate and test intrusion detection and mitigation schemes
Future Direction
AGILe Phase II: View Rendering
- Stand-alone lab facility constructed by NYPA
- Expanded lab equipment and capabilities
- Extended collaborations and stakeholder engagement
- Sustainable operating model
Interested in our AGILe Lab Projects? We will be sharing information this webpage about them, including:
NYPA Internal Projects
- NYPA Convertible Static Compensator (CSC) Control System and Development of a CSC Real-Time Digital Simulation Model
- Moses-Adirondack Advanced Power Flow Control - Line Protection Study
- Travelling Wave Protection Demonstration
Collaborative External Projects
- Photovoltaic Analysis and Response Support (PARS) Platform for Solar Situation Awareness and Resiliency Services
- Enable BTM DER-provided Grid Services that Maximize Customer and Grid Benefits (ENGAGE)
- Deep Learning Malware
- Federated Architecture for Secure and Transactive Distributed Energy Resource Management Solutions (FAST-DERMS)
- Model Translation for High Performing Smart Grid Applications
- Real-Time Interconnection Studies and Control of New York Offshore Wind
- Asynchronous Distributed and Adaptive Parameter Tuning (ADAPT) for Hybrid PV Plants
- Stability Impact Analysis of New York Power Grid with Ultra-high Penetration of Inverter-interfaced Energy Resources
- Wide-Area Damping Control
- Next Generation Grid Monitoring and Control
- Advanced Short-Circuit Modeling, Analysis and Protection Schemes Design for Systems with Renewables - NYPA Case Study
- Streaming Synchrophasor Data Quality (SSDQ)
- Synchrophasor-Based Closed-Loop Control Performance Requirements
- PMU Emulator
- Improved Power Grid Adaptability and Responsiveness with Modular and Scalable Transmission Devices
- Using Modular Power Flow Control Technology to Reduce the Curtailment of Wind Powered Generation and to Enable Further Integration of Wind Resources in New York
- Protective Relaying Concerns and Solutions under High Renewable Penetration in the New York State Grid
- Integrated Multi-Fidelity Model and Co-Simulation Platform for Distribution System Transient and Dynamic Analysis (DistribuDyn)
- Universal Interoperability for grid-Forming Inverters Consortium (UNIFI)
AGILe-Funded Projects
- Coordinated Voltage Control for Offshore Wind
- ISO/DSO Co-Simulation Platform (IDCSP) for Dynamic DER Management
- Incorporating Dispatch in RTDS
Press Releases:
Articles:
- T&D World: NYPA's AGILe Lab Speeds Up Smart Grid Innovation (requires login to view full article)
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