Achieving the targets set by the EU to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 80 to 95% by 2050 has proven to be challenging due to many characteristics of energy systems as complex socio-technical systems. At the same time as for the energy sector a shift from fossil resources to sustainable, renewable energy applies also to…
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The role of hydrogen in the energy system
There is global concern about the harmful effects to the environment of power generation methods based on fossil fuels, as well as uncertainty regarding the limited amount of these sources. Both things have caused the need to develop more sustainable and environmentally friendly energy production methods. In this scenario, hydrogen and hydrogen technologies can play…
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The role of Demand Response
Electricity paves an alternative path Environmental concerns have spurred a remarkable growth of electricity generation from renewable energy sources the last two decades. Additionally, the endeavor of many countries to get subsidy new units such as battery storage systems, electric vehicles and fuel cells, propels a further integration of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) into the…
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Complexity paves the path to smart electrical systems
Why complexity is rising? With the integration of renewable energies, storage units including EVs, active demand and other advanced components (i.e. smart meters, smart transformers etc), into power grids, as well as all the “intelligent” functions needed for their management, the complexity of the electrical system is rising [6]. Smart electrical systems are complex because…
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