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Smart Grids: A Member State Perspective. Fintan Slye May 2013 . European Energy Roadmap 2050. 2010 2020 2030 2040 2050. Targets for non-synchronous sources in European Systems.
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Smart Grids:A Member State Perspective Fintan Slye May 2013
European Energy Roadmap 2050 2010 2020 2030 2040 2050
Targets for non-synchronous sources in European Systems * Based on analysis of National Renewable Action Plans (NREAPs) as submitted by Member States
Real Time Operational Limits 75% 50%
The System Needs Smart Grid Solutions • The drivers for Smart Grids Today... ...2020... .. and beyond System Complexity ?? % Renewable Levels +50% 75 50 SNSP Energy SNSP Energy SNSP Energy User Participation
Our Smart Grid Programme • Shaping our Smart Grid Future 2 Technology & Infrastructure 1 3 Demonstration Projects DS3 4 Innovation Hub
Existing: • 2 x Interconnectors to UK • Future: • France and/or more to UK Interconnecting with Europe IE-GB Moyle Interconnector IE-FR East-West Interconnector Potential new interconnector
Smart Grids will help us to: • Facilitate more sustainable energy • Deliver reliable, robust energy supplies • Optimise the use of electricity infrastructure • Enable customers to use energy more efficiently
Our Smart Grid Programme • Shaping our Smart Grid Future 2 Technology & Infrastructure 1 3 Demonstration Projects DS3 4 Innovation Hub
DS3 • Delivering a Secure Sustainable System • 2011 – Programme established • Meeting the RES Policy Objectives efficiently while maintaining system security • Holistically considering technical, commercial and regulatory needs of the system • Engaging with all industrystakeholders Detailed Technical Analysis 2008 - All Island Grid Study 2010 - Facilitation of Renewables 2011 - Ensuring a Secure Sustainable System
Technology & Infrastructure • A power system that meets the needs of the future