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A decisive step toward a stronger, more efficient power system by reducing waste, improving performance, and delivering more electricity where it is needed most.
Project Overview
The Unified National Grid Operational Procedures project established Libya’s first comprehensive set of standardised operating procedures for the national electricity grid. The initiative created a unified framework governing how generation, transmission, and distribution units operate, communicate, and respond to changing system conditions. These procedures strengthened operational consistency across all regions and provided a clear reference for engineers, operators, controllers, and decision-makers, enhancing grid reliability and reducing the risk of system-wide failures.
This project was led by Dr. Mahmud Elwerfelli, Expert in Energy Transition, Power Sector Reform, and Environmental Policy, and was implemented by Pragma Corporation and funded by USAID, providing Libya with the foundational operational framework necessary to improve stability, coordination, and safety across the national grid.
Summary
Before this initiative, Libya’s electricity system operated without a fully harmonised set of operational procedures, leading to inconsistent practices across control centres and field teams. This project filled that gap by designing a unified procedural framework covering the full range of grid operations.
The procedures address key areas such as system protection, load management, switching operations, emergency response, communication protocols, voltage and frequency control, and coordination between national and regional centres. They were developed through technical assessments, field consultations, and alignment with international best practices.
The resulting framework improves clarity of responsibilities and minimises operational risks by ensuring that every operational unit works under the same rules and standards. Training and orientation sessions helped embed the procedures into daily practice, strengthening the capacity of national teams.
Key Achievements
Developed Libya’s first unified grid operational procedures
Standardised operating practices across generation, transmission, and distribution
Improved communication protocols between national and regional control centres
Strengthened system protection, switching, and emergency response processes
Enhanced operator training and awareness of critical procedures
Provided a structured reference for daily operations, maintenance, and coordination
Impact
More consistent and safer grid operations across the country
Reduced operational errors and improved response to system disturbances
Enhanced reliability and stability of the national electricity system
Clearer roles, responsibilities, and coordination pathways among operational teams
Stronger technical foundation for integrating renewable energy in the future
Long-term improvements in grid performance and operational discipline
We can help your organisation
Green Power Associate supports national utilities, control centres, and public institutions in developing unified operating procedures, strengthening operational governance, and embedding best practices for safe and reliable power system management.
Our experts help design frameworks, conduct operator training, streamline communication protocols, and support organisations in adopting international operational standards.
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