Access to clean, efficient, and safe energy for communities without electricity supply
ransformador de Tensión para Servicios Auxiliares (PVT/SSVT) de Arteche facilitando la electrificación rural en Senegal
Power Voltage Transformers for Auxiliary Services (PVT/SSVT), also known as PVT (Power Voltage Transformer) or SSVT (Station Service Voltage Transformer), are devices designed to extract energy directly from high-voltage transmission lines and convert it into low voltage. Their implementation enables the creation of efficient and accessible microgrids in communities without electricity supply.
Arteche facilitates rural electrification in Senegal with its PVT/SSVT technology
Arteche, a global leader in power quality measurement and monitoring solutions, is developing an innovative rural electrification project in Senegal. This ambitious project aims to provide access to clean, efficient, and safe energy to various communities in the Fatick region, which, due to their location and size, lack electricity supply.
An efficient and cost-effective solution with Power Voltage Transformers for Auxiliary Services (PVT/SSVT)
The implementation of Power Voltage Transformers for Auxiliary Services (PVT/SSVT) by Arteche plays a key role in this project. These devices allow energy to be extracted directly from high-voltage transmission lines and converted into low voltage, enabling the construction of a distribution microgrid tailored to the needs of each community.
Thanks to their compact and efficient design, a single PVT/SSVT is sufficient to supply power to nearby villages, without requiring significant infrastructure investment.
Key advantages of this solution:
- Immediate access to reliable energy without the need for new distribution lines.
- Low investment and fast implementation compared to conventional systems.
- Scalable and adaptable solution for different voltage levels and consumption needs.
- Safety and remote monitoring to ensure an efficient and stable power supply.
A project in collaboration with SENELEC and the Alga association
Arteche is participating in this initiative alongside SENELEC (Senegal National Electricity Company) and the Alga association, with the goal of bringing electricity to over 300 villages across the country.
This joint effort is enabling the implementation of sustainable energy infrastructures, leveraging existing resources and optimizing their distribution through Arteche's PVT/SSVT.
Accessible energy in complex rural environments
In the district of Ouadiour, more than 10,000 inhabitants lack access to electricity, despite the presence of a high-voltage transmission network in the area.
Arteche’s PVT/SSVT technology allows this infrastructure to be transformed into an accessible energy source, facilitating the electrification of nearby villages through a compact and secure microgrid.
Additionally, the system features advanced protection against overvoltage and short circuits, ensuring reliable and long-term operation.
Commitment to energy transition and sustainable development
This project strengthens Arteche's commitment to the energy transition, providing innovative solutions that guarantee universal access to energy in a sustainable manner.
Electrifying these communities improves their quality of life, fostering local development by enabling access to education, healthcare, and new economic opportunities.
Arteche continues to invest in efficient and accessible technologies, contributing to the development of more resilient electrical systems worldwide.