Integration of Distributed Resources in Smart Grids for Demand Response and Transactive Energy: A Case Study of TCLs

The book highlights the importance of thermostatically controlled loads (TCLs) as distributed resources in smart grids for demand response and transactive energy to address the imbalance between supply and demand problems in power systems. It provides an insight into the analysis of uncertainty parameters, aggregated control models, battery modelling, multi-time scale control, transactive control, and robust restoration of TCLs, which are key research points in smart grids.

Format: Hardback
Length: 260 pages
Publication date: 01 December 2021
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

The expansion of renewable energy sources is crucial for enhancing the sustainability of power systems, but it also presents significant challenges in terms of planning and operation. The inherent variability of renewable energy sources requires rapid adjustments to balance supply and demand, leading to increased operational costs and maintenance requirements for generators. Additionally, traditional energy storage devices such as batteries are considered expensive alternatives.

To address these challenges, demand response (DR) and transactive energy have emerged as promising solutions. DR involves coordinating the energy consumption of various stakeholders, including households, businesses, and utilities, to balance the supply and demand of electricity. Transactive energy, on the other hand, enables real-time trading of energy between different participants in the power grid, allowing for more efficient and flexible operations.

One of the key advantages of DR and transactive energy is their ability to leverage distributed resources, such as thermostatically controlled loads (TCLs). TCLs, which include air conditioners, water heaters, and refrigerators, represent a significant portion of energy consumption in developed countries, ranging from 30% to 40%. By incorporating TCLs into DR and transactive energy programs, the supply and demand of electricity can be better balanced, leading to improved energy efficiency and system resilience.

This book aims to provide an in-depth exploration of TCLs as typical distributed resources in smart grids for demand response and transactive energy. It covers key analysis points such as uncertainty parameters, aggregated control models, battery modelling, multi-time scale control, transactive control, and robust restoration of TCLs. These research areas are crucial for the development of smart grids, as they enable the integration of renewable energy sources, improve energy management, and enhance system stability.

In conclusion, the proliferation of renewable energy and the challenges associated with it highlight the need for innovative solutions such as DR and transactive energy. By leveraging distributed resources like TCLs, we can achieve a more sustainable and efficient power system that is better equipped to handle the demands of a rapidly changing world.

Weight: 600g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811671692
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022