DIAGNOSTIC REVIEW OF A BLACKOUT IN RHODES

A technical review of an incident on March 21, 2007 that began at 00:50 a.m. and led to a two-hour blackout the island Rhodes electric power system is presented with complete sequence, including all relevant registered operational data as well on-site fi eld findings. analysis disturbance was performed determine probable causes factors contributed duration disturbance. Since isolated one, it particularly vulnerable perturbations. The roles protection wind generation during are examined. Conclusions practical importance drawn, recommendations for corrective measures be implemented preventing disturbances this kind from reoccurring in future.