Saudi Arabian Grid Code May 2024

MVA should exercise all precautionary measures to maintain 85% lagging power factor. For such customers, the minimum allowable Power Factor will be 90% lagging after five years (from the date of 21-10-1433), and 95% lagging power factor after ten years from the said date. In case of any deviation from this criteria, a tariff on the reactive power consumed, exceeding the allowable limit, will be applied as per terms and conditions given in SERA Board Resolution # 2/27/23 dated 21-10-1433. Chapter 2 - Connection Code The Saudi Arabian Grid Code Updated Version: May 2024 2.5.6.5 Reactive Power compensation shall be provided by the Distribution Entities at Low Voltage System close to the load point to avoid excessive Reactive Power losses and to enable the TSP to maintain the Transmission System voltage within the limits as specified in (2.4.3). System Services The relevant Connection Agreement or Power Supply or Purchase Agreement (as the case may be) will contain requirements for the capability for certain System Services from the following list which may be needed for proper System operation: (i) Voltage Control and Reactive Power Support (when used exclusively for such purpose); (ii) Demand Side Response; (iii) Primary Control of Generating Units; (iv) Secondary Control of Generating Units; (v) Black Start Capability; (vi) Operating Margin (Operating/Contingency Reserve); (vii) Fast Frequency Response; (viii) Reduction or increase in Active Power due to a System Constraint; (ix) Interruptible Load; and (x) any other System Service. Site Related Conditions 2.7.1 Responsibility for Operation and Maintenance In the absence of an agreement between the parties to the contrary, operation and maintenance responsibilities shall follow ownership. 2.7.2 Responsibilities for Safety 2.7.2.1 Any User entering and working on its Plant and/or Apparatus on a TSP Site shall work to the TSP Safety Rules. 2.7.2.2 The TSP entering and working on its Plant and/or Apparatus on a User Site shall work to the TSP Safety Rules. However, for User Sites where the TSP staff may be exposed to some special risks (for instance, hazardous or toxic substances or gases, etc.), the TSP, in addition to its own Safety Rules, will follow the User Safety Rules also. Chapter 2 - Connection Code The Saudi Arabian Grid Code Updated Version: May 2024