Development of smart energy systems for communities: technologies, policies and applications. (1st June 2022)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Razmjoo, Armin; Mirjalili, Seyedali; Aliehyaei, Mehdi; Østergaard, Poul Alberg; Ahmadi, Abolfazl; Majidi Nezhad, Meysam
• Is Part Of: Energy. Volume 248(2022)
• Publication Date: 2022-06-01
• Subjects: Energy systems -- Technology -- Policy -- Renewable energy -- Smart energy systems; Power resources -- Periodicals; Power (Mechanics) -- Periodicals; Energy consumption -- Periodicals; 333.7905
• DOI: 10.1016/j.energy.2022.123540
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0360-5442

Abstract

Abstract: The development of smart energy systems is a crucial enabler of the transition towards a decarbonized renewable energy (RE)-based society with universal energy access as it provides flexibility to integrate variable RE sources. This paper analyzes the development of new RE-based smart energy systems while introducing energy technologies and effective methods for energy systems development, recent progress of energy systems by using RE, practical government measures in pioneer countries for energy systems, development with quantitative data for these countries, and PEST (political, economic, socio-cultural and technological) analysis. Our findings show that the development of smart energy systems requires appropriate policies and that thorough collaboration between all national executive agents like national and local governments and citizens in this regard is crucial. Smart energy system development needs to be tailored to local conditions, and due consideration must be given new technologies and methods for development, correct policies, investment, collaboration national/local and their citizens, societal support, and citizens acceptance. Highlights: Smart Energy Systems reduces CO2 emissions while increases energy efficiency. Development of the Smart Sustainable Energy using PEST analysis are more effective. Development of Smart Energy Systems needs to governments investment. Combining RE with CHP Systems increases electricity production.