In this paper, the main Power Quality (PQ) problems are presented with their associated causes and consequences. The economic impacts associated with PQ are characterized. Finally, some solutions to mitigate the PQ problems are presented.

This paper describes two hardware prototypes and estimation schemes for determining the parameters of a simple, physically based, point-of-use electric utility model using transient measurements. Parameters of the utility model are estimated using data collected by the prototypes. Frequency-dependent effects observed in previous work in this area are modeled. Performance of the techniques given...

This paper focuses on the regulation of electricity distribution business. First, regulation principles of natural monopolies are discussed in general level. Second, different methods used to regulate the electricity distribution business in some European countries are introduced. Third, regulatory models used in Finland, Norway and Sweden are discussed in detail. The roles of efficiency benchm...

Emerging Power Quality Problems and State of The Art Solutions T HIS SPECIAL SECTION is intended to address emerging power quality problems due to integration of largescale photovoltaic and wind systems, concepts of smart grid, vehicle to grid, increased reliance on power electronic devices/equipment in residential, commercial and industrial domains, etc. Further, it aims at providing advanced ...