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Prepare for a green recovery by transitioning to smart grids
David Hall,VP Power Systems at Schneider Electric, explains why the transition to smart grids is essential for the future of the UK energy sector.
zero emissions target. Centrally managed, fossil-fuel-dominated energy generation is gradually on its way out, and the future is green. Since 1970, fossil fuel dependence in the UK has dropped by nearly 20%. A seismic but essential shiſt is being made towards a decarbonised, decentralised, and digitised energy model. The utilities industry needs to keep pace. Upgrading our existing power networks is
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crucial to ensure a future that is powered by renewable energy. Smart, digital grids better integrate renewable energy sources and enable consumers to manage their energy more effectively, reducing costs and emissions. To date, delivering efficient, reliable energy distribution
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he energy sector is increasingly under pressure to deliver solutions as the UK bears down on its 2050 net
via the grid has proved challenging. However, the pressure is on for the industry to deliver on the expectation of governments and consumers towards developing green, clean, renewable power solutions. Smart grids can help to achieve this. The question for utilities providers remains:
How can they juggle the need to adapt the grid to meet end-user needs, improve service quality and reliability, and contribute to the UK's net zero by 2050 target?
Modernising an ageing grid Much like the famous London Underground network, most existing electric grids in the United Kingdom are decades old and unfit for purpose, built for a time when electricity needs were less complex. Recently, numerous 'upgrades' have been implemented that have
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