Overview
Lorane Substation is an operational electrical substation in Pennsylvania, United States, operated by Met-Ed. It operates at 69 kV, serving the local grid.
Lorane Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Pennsylvania, United States. Operated by Met-Ed, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy, this facility plays a role in the regional transmission and distribution network. The substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution-level infrastructure. As part of the U.S. electrical grid, Lorane Substation falls under the regulatory oversight of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for wholesale electricity markets and reliability standards set by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC). The substation likely includes switchgear, transformers, and protection systems that comply with industry standards such as IEEE C37 for high-voltage equipment. The substation contributes to grid stability and power delivery in the surrounding area. Its location in Pennsylvania places it within the PJM Interconnection, one of the largest regional transmission organizations in the U.S., which coordinates the movement of electricity across multiple states.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a region with a mix of urban and rural landscapes. Electrical infrastructure like Lorane Substation can have localized environmental impacts, including electromagnetic fields and potential oil spills from transformers. However, modern substations are designed with containment measures and are subject to environmental regulations under the Clean Water Act and Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA).
Frequently asked questions
Lorane Substation is located in Pennsylvania, United States, at coordinates 40.287835, -75.855347.
Lorane Substation is operated by Met-Ed, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corporation.
Lorane Substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution-level substations.
Substations in the US are regulated by FERC for wholesale electricity markets and must comply with NERC reliability standards. Additionally, equipment standards such as IEEE C37 apply.
Lorane Substation steps down voltage for local distribution or interconnects transmission lines, contributing to grid stability within the PJM Interconnection.