Overview
Clarkson Street Substation is an operational electrical substation in Providence, Rhode Island, owned by Rhode Island Energy. It operates at 115 kV and 12.47 kV, serving the local grid.
Clarkson Street Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Providence, Rhode Island, United States. Owned by Rhode Island Energy, the facility plays a key role in the regional power distribution network, stepping down transmission voltage for local consumption. The substation operates at two voltage levels: 115 kV for transmission and 12.47 kV for distribution, typical of medium-scale substations in the US. As part of the New England grid, it falls under NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation, ensuring stable and secure electricity supply to the Providence area. This substation supports the electrical infrastructure of Providence, a densely populated urban center. Its location within a city underscores its importance for local grid stability and community service, providing essential power to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region.
Environmental context
Located in an urban area of Providence, the substation's environmental context is shaped by its role in delivering electricity to a dense population center. Urban substations like this one are critical for grid stability but must manage electromagnetic fields and noise.
Frequently asked questions
Clarkson Street Substation is located in Providence, Rhode Island, United States, at coordinates 41.843302, -71.420886.
Clarkson Street Substation operates at 115 kV for transmission and 12.47 kV for distribution, typical for a substation serving an urban area.
Clarkson Street Substation is owned by Rhode Island Energy, a utility company serving customers in Rhode Island.
As part of the US electrical grid, Clarkson Street Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets.
Substations like Clarkson Street step down high-voltage electricity from transmission lines to lower voltages for distribution to homes and businesses, ensuring grid stability and reliable power supply.