Exploitation of wind-energy resources in proximity to weak electric grids

Many sites with favourable wind conditions exist in proximity to relatively weak electric grids. This may imply that the sites only to a limited degree can be exploited for wind farms producing electricity due to technical constraints related to the weak grid. The paper first describes these constraints and secondly a number of ways for connecting more wind power to a weak electric grid are presented. The methods and technologies presented are relevant for all projects involving exploitation of wind energy in proximity to weak electric grids.