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[null,"Solar Power Systems"]
[null,"SANS 10142 or IEC 61215 – Wiring Code (electrical installations)"]
[null,"SANS 1067 – Connection to the Grid (grid-tied systems)"]
[null,"SANS 10142-1 or IEC 61730 – Low-Voltage Electrical Installations (requirements for safe connections)"]
[null,"Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)"]
[null,"SANS 10142 or IEC 61215 – Wiring Code (electrical installations)"]
[null,"IEC 62619 – Safety requirements for lithium-ion batteries"]
[null,"EN 62619:2017 Safety requirements for secondary lithium cells and batteries for use in industrial applications"]
[null,"EN 62368-1:2014+A11:2017 Audio/video, information and communication technology equipment – Part 1: Safety requirements – Amendment 11: 2017"]
[null,"EN IEC 63000:2018 Technical documentation for the assessment of electrical and electronic products with respect to the restriction of hazardous substances"]
[null,"Wind Energy Systems"]
[null,"SANS 10142  or IEC 61400– Wiring Code (electrical installations)"]
[null,"SANS 10142-1 & SANS 10142-2  or IEC 61400 – Installation Requirements for Wind Systems"]
[null,"General Grid Compliance and Safety"]
[null,"SANS 10142 – Safety and General Electrical Installation Standards"]
[null,"Cabling and Wiring"]
[null,"SANS 10142-1 or EN 50618 – Low-Voltage Electrical Installations: Requirements for wiring in solar, wind, and BESS systems"]
[null,"SANS 1501-1 or IEC 60332-1-2 – Cables for Electrical Installations: Specifications for materials and installation of cables used in renewable energy systems"]
[null,"SANS 10142-2 – Protection requirements for installations, ensuring safe disconnection and protection for renewable energy systems"]
[null,"SANS 10142 or IEC 61000-6-5 – Standards for monitoring, control, and metering of electrical installations"]
[null,"Power Conversion Unit"]
[null,"EN 62109-1:2010 Safety of power converters for use in photovoltaic power systems – Part 1: General requirements"]
[null,"EN 62109-2:2011 Safety of power converters for use in photovoltaic power systems – Part 2: Particular requirements for inverters"]
[null,"EN IEC 62040-1:2019+A11:2021 Uninterruptible power systems (UPS) – Part 1: Safety requirements"]
[null,"EN 62477-1:2012 Safety requirements for power electronic converter systems and equipment – Part 1: General"]
[null,"EN IEC 63000:2018 Technical documentation for the assessment of electrical and electronic products with respect to the restriction of hazardous substances"]
[null,"Network Unit"]
[null,"IEEE 1613 IEEE Standard Environmental and Testing Requirements for Communications Networking Devices in Electric Power Substations"]
[null,"IEC 61850-3 Communication networks and systems for power utility automation – Part 3: General requirements for communication in electrical substations related to safety"]
[null,"IEC 62368  or UL 60950-1 Audio/video, information and communication technology equipment – Part 1: Safety requirements"]
[null,"IEC 61000-6-5 or IEC 61000-6-2 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 6-5: Generic standards – Immunity for equipment used in power stations and sub-stations"]
[null,"IEC 62056-46 or IEC 61850-3 Electricity metering – Data exchange for meter reading, tariff and load control – Part 46: COSEM interface model for remote access."]
[null,"Electromagnetic Compatibility "]
[null,"EN 55032:2015 Electromagnetic compatibility of multimedia equipment – Emission requirements"]
[null,"EN 55032:2015/A11:2020 Electromagnetic compatibility of multimedia equipment – Emission requirements – Amendment 11: 2020"]
[null,"EN 55024:2010  or EN 55024:2010+A1:2015 Information technology equipment – Immunity characteristics – Limits and methods of measurement"]
[null,"EN 55035:2017 Electromagnetic compatibility of multimedia equipment – Immunity requirements – Part 1: Equipment"]
[null,"EN 55035:2017/A11:2020 Electromagnetic compatibility of multimedia equipment – Immunity requirements – Part 1: Equipment – Amendment 11: 2020"]
[null,"EN 61000-3-11:2000 or IEC 61000-3-11:2000 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 3-11: Limits – Limitation of voltage changes, voltage fluctuations, and flicker in public low-voltage supply systems, for equipment with rated current >16 A and ≤ 75 A per phase"]
[null,"EN 61000-3-11:2019 or IEC 61000-3-11:2017 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 3-11: Limits – Limitation of voltage changes, voltage fluctuations, and flicker in public low-voltage supply systems, for equipment with rated current >16 A and ≤ 75 A per phase – Amendment 1: 2019"]
[null,"EN 61000-3-12:2011 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 3-12: Limits – Limitation of voltage changes, voltage fluctuations, and flicker in public low-voltage supply systems, for equipment with rated current >75 A and ≤ 600 A per phase"]
[null,"EN 61000-6-2:2005 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 6-2: Generic standards – Immunity for industrial environments"]
[null,"EN 61000-6-4:2007+A1:2011 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 6-4: Generic standards – Emission standard for industrial environments – Amendment 1"]

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[null,"Small Wind Turbine Requirements"]
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[null,"Requirement (to be carried out by the contractor)","Reason(s)"]
[null,"Geotechnical Study","To avoid foundation failure, tilting, or instability. Ensures that the site is suitable for the turbine’s load-bearing capacity."]
[null,"Foundation Type Based on Soil Conditions","The foundation must be selected based on the soil conditions to ensure optimal stability and performance. Different soil types require tailored foundation designs."]
[null,"Wind Resource Assessment","Orientation of turbines to ensure optimum/better wind speeds to ensure optimal performance and energy generation. A lack of proper assessment can lead to inefficiency."]
[null,"Wind Direction & Turbulence","Wind direction and turbulence impact turbine efficiency. Inconsistent or turbulent winds can reduce energy production and increase maintenance needs."]
[null,"Turbine Sizing & Capacity Matching","The turbine’s size must match the site’s wind profile and energy needs. Oversizing or undersizing can result in energy inefficiency or system overload."]
[null,"Environmental Impact Assessment","A comprehensive environmental requirements review ensures that the wind turbine installation does not negatively affect habitats, or local ecosystems."]
[null,"Structural Analysis of Turbine Components","A thorough structural analysis ensures that the turbine can withstand environmental conditions such as wind loads, icing, and vibration."]
[null,"Permitting & Legal Compliance","Obtaining proper permits and meeting regulatory standards ensures the project is legally compliant, avoiding fines or delays."]
[null,"Noise Assessment","Wind turbines can generate noise; conducting a noise impact study helps mitigate potential conflicts with nearby residents or wildlife."]
[null,"Maintenance & Service Accessibility","Accessibility for future maintenance ensures that the turbine can be serviced easily, reducing downtime and increasing the longevity of the system."]