Effects of dispersed generation (DG) on distribution systems

The most common design of distribution systems is the 'radial' (single source with no loops) configuration. This paper discusses some of the impacts caused by the interconnection of dispersed generation (DG) to a radial distribution system. Special considerations are placed on harmonics, loading concerns, voltage flicker, and voltage regulation.

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