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Development and comparison of migration paths for smart grids using two case studies.
Agnetha Flore1, Jorge Marx Gómez2
1OFFIS - Institute for Information Technology, Germany.
Heliyon
|September 28, 2020
Summary
The energy transition requires smart grids. This study develops migration paths and a maturity model to guide the integration of renewable energy sources and information technology for decentralized power systems.
Area of Science:
- Energy Systems Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Science
Background:
- The German energy transition necessitates integrating more wind and solar power.
- This shift demands a move from centralized to decentralized power generation, impacting grid operation.
- Future grids require enhanced measurement, control, automation, infrastructure, storage, and ICT-based energy management.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define migration paths for utilities transitioning to smart energy grids.
- To outline technology integration sequences and dependencies for smart grid development.
- To create roadmaps for modern smart grids using a maturity model approach.
Main Methods:
- Development of a maturity model for smart grid development stages.
- Creation of migration paths detailing technological steps between maturity levels.
- Application and comparison of migration paths for two distinct case studies.
Main Results:
- A maturity model was established to define smart grid development stages.
- Migration paths were developed, illustrating technology deployment from one level to the next.
- Comparative analysis of migration paths for the selected case studies was performed.
Conclusions:
- The developed maturity model and migration paths provide a structured approach for smart grid implementation.
- These roadmaps assist utilities in navigating the complexities of integrating renewable energy and ICT.
- The study offers practical insights for transitioning towards a decentralized and flexible energy future.
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