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Smart grid upgradation represents a fundamental shift in energy management

EPR Magazine (Electrical & Power Review)

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January 2025

Smart grid technology has transformational potential. It enables renewable energy integration and supports the infrastructure for electric vehicles, which can act as energy sources for the grid.

- Anil Yadav

Smart grid upgradation represents a fundamental shift in energy management

Smart grid upgradation is highly significant in the current energy landscape, where rapid advancements in renewable energy sources and cutting-edge technologies like generative Al are transforming the industry. The critical question is why we need these upgrades and how they can reshape our energy management. Imagine a city where every home, business, and streetlight is connected to an intelligent network capable of predicting power needs, optimising energy usage, and maintaining reliability during extreme weather. While this vision might seem futuristic, it is precisely what smart grid technology promises to deliver.

A smart grid is an advanced system that digitalises power infrastructure and integrates real-time data, automation, and digital communication to optimise energy distribution and consumption. It represents a fundamental shift in energy management and lays the foundation for sustainable growth.

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