Summary

To assist asset owners and designers to identify and address key environmental issues of existing substations. Presents various methods to reduce the environmental impact of existing substations and offers management strategies and case studies of international efforts. Includes discussions on: aesthetics - audible noise - release of insulating oil - site contaminants and remediation - managing SF6 gas - reduction of electromagnetic fields.

Additional informations

Publication type Technical Brochures
Reference 221
Publication year 2003
Publisher CIGRE
Study committees Substations and electrical installations (B3)
Working groups WG B3.03
File size 4 MB
Pages number 65
Price for non member 130 €
Price for member Free
Improving the impact of existing substations on the environment
Improving the impact of existing substations on the environment