Smart Grids: The Key to the Energy Transition

TEACHING UNIT 1. THE CURRENT ELECTRICITY SYSTEM AND THE CURRENT STATE OF DISTRIBUTION: ISSUES AND CHALLENGES Introduction The value chain of the electricity business The electricity cycle Reasons for change Conclusions TEACHING UNIT 2. SMART GRIDS AND ACTIVE MANAGEMENT OF THE DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM Introduction The Concept of Passive and Active Grids Distributed Energy Resources The New Role of the DSO and Active Grid Management New Services Managed by the DSO Technology and Regulation as Key Enablers Conclusions TEACHING UNIT 3. THE ROLE OF DISTRIBUTED ENERGY RESOURCES FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF SMART GRIDS Introduction Distributed generation Active demand participation Energy storage Electric vehicles Conclusions TEACHING UNIT 4. OPERATION OF THE DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM WITH DISTRIBUTED ENERGY RESOURCES Introduction Components of the Distribution System Observable Grid and Information Exchange Planning, Access, and Grid Connection Operation New Tools for Control and Monitoring of the Distribution System Quality of Service The GSD and Smart Grids Conclusions TEACHING UNIT 5. ECONOMICS AND REGULATION OF SMART GRIDS Introduction Analysis of Distributed Generation Integration Integration of Intermittent Generation and Transmission System Operator Regulation Active Demand Response Electric Vehicles Distribution Grid Automation Conclusions TEACHING UNIT 6. THE ENERGY TRANSITION: HOW TO PROMOTE SMART GRIDS? Introduction The Energy Transition Methodologies for Analyzing Pilot Projects Smart Grid Roadmap Conclusions