Overview
GCC Substation is an operational electrical substation in the United States, operating at 46 kV. It plays a role in regional power distribution and grid stability.
GCC Substation is an operational electrical substation located in the United States, with coordinates 35.072308, -106.392743. The facility operates at a voltage of 46 kV, placing it within the medium-voltage range typical for distribution-level substations that serve industrial, commercial, or residential areas. As a substation in the U.S., GCC Substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for reliability and market oversight. The facility likely adheres to NERC reliability standards for voltage regulation and grid stability, and may utilize IEC 61850 for substation automation and communication. The substation's location in the southwestern United States, near Albuquerque, New Mexico, places it in a region with growing energy demand and integration of renewable energy sources. Its role in the local grid supports reliable electricity supply to surrounding communities and industries, contributing to the overall resilience of the regional power system.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in an arid to semi-arid climate zone, typical of the southwestern U.S., where water scarcity and high solar insolation influence energy infrastructure. The facility's operation at 46 kV suggests it serves a mixed urban-rural area, with potential environmental considerations including electromagnetic field management and land use compatibility. The region's increasing adoption of solar power may affect substation operations through variable generation patterns.
Frequently asked questions
GCC Substation is located in the United States, with approximate coordinates 35.072308, -106.392743, near Albuquerque, New Mexico.
GCC Substation operates at a voltage of 46 kV, which is typical for medium-voltage distribution substations.
GCC Substation is currently operational, as indicated in its facility record.
As a U.S. substation, GCC Substation is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for grid stability and market operations.
A 46 kV substation typically steps down transmission-level voltage for distribution to industrial, commercial, and residential customers, ensuring reliable local power supply.