The Evolution of Smart Grids

Abstract

Since its inception, the smart grid concept has revolutionized power systems worldwide. Concurrently, the energy industry has witnessed significant changes, such as the clean energy transition, digitalization, and the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution. These changes have profoundly impacted power systems technology and energy consumers. As such, power and energy systems have evolved into a multidisciplinary research area encompassing power engineering, information and communication technologies (ICTs), computer and data science, control and optimization theory, and social sciences. In this context, power systems worldwide have moved beyond the smart grid, transforming in terms of technology, physical tructure, and business model. Therefore, this proceeding aims to summarize current developments, recognize new trends, and collect experiences worldwide, focusing on distribution system digitalization and marketization, renewable energy penetration, and electronic device integration.