مقاله انگلیسی رایگان در مورد سناریوهای اسمارت گرید و تاثیر آنها در برنامه استراتژیک (الزویر)

In contrast to the conventional grid, the distribution system in a smart grid facilitates a two-way power flow between customers and electric utilities. The electricity customers can generate electricity using renewable energy systems at their premises and have the option to export energy to the grid at times that they select. In this way, customers become both producers and sellers, otherwise known as “prosumers”, of electricity. Meters become smart with the capability of measuring electric energy in both directions and by utilizing the two-way communication system between customers and power utilities. Storage devices play an important role in levelling the load to store the excess of energy produced and release to the network when needed. As a whole, then, the system becomes more efficient and reliable and provides a better configuration to absorb high penetration of renewable energy sources compared with the conventional grids [1]. A smart power grid is equipped with the capability to control appliances at consumers’ homes to save energy, reduce cost and increase reliability and transparency. A smart grid includes an intelligent monitoring system that keeps track of all electricity flowing in the system and thus has the capability of optimizing the network losses and self-healing in case of network problems [2]. Within recent years, there has been a significant and growing interest in smart grids, as well as a plethora of research conducted on their use, capabilities and benefits. [3]. A comprehensive review of socio-economic acceptability for smart grid development with about 175 references is provided in [4].