What is the Smart Energy ? Smart energy refers to the use of digital technology to optimize the production, distribution, and consumption of electricity. It involves the integration of various advanced technologies and practices to create a more efficient, reliable, and sustainable energy system.
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Smart Energy Production
Renewable Energy Sources Solar Power : Utilizing photovoltaic panels and solar thermal systems to convert sunlight into electricity. Wind Power : Harnessing wind energy through wind turbines, both onshore and offshore, to generate electricity.
Renewable Energy Sources Hydropowe r: Generating electricity from the flow of water in rivers and dams. Biomass : Converting organic materials into energy through processes like combustion, gasification, and anaerobic digestion . Geothermal : Using heat from within the Earth to generate electricity or provide direct heating
Renewable Energy Sources ? Hybrid Systems: Combining multiple energy generation technologies to create hybrid systems that can provide a more stable and reliable power supply. For example, combining solar and wind power with battery storage
Advanced Power Generator? Fuel Cell Generators: Hydrogen Fuel Cells: Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) fuel cells use pure hydrogen (H2) as fuel. Convert hydrogen and oxygen into electricity, with water as the only byproduct. They are highly efficient and produce zero emissions.
Advanced Power Generator? Fuel Cell Generators: Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFC): Operate at high temperatures and can use hydrocarbon fuels, including natural gas, methane, propane, and biogas. They are efficient and suitable for both stationary and portable applications.
Advanced Power Generator? Microturbines: Small, efficient gas turbines that can generate electricity and heat. They are suitable for distributed generation and can operate on various fuels, including natural gas, biogas, and liquid fuels . Microturbines are known for their low emissions and high reliability.
Advanced Power Generator? Advanced Wind Turbines: Vertical Axis Wind Turbines (VAWT): Can capture wind from any direction, making them suitable for urban environments and locations with turbulent wind patterns. Offshore Wind Turbines: Designed to withstand harsh marine conditions and capture stronger, more consistent offshore winds. Floating platforms enable deployment in deeper waters
Advanced Power Generator? Advanced Solar Power Systems: Concentrated Solar Power (CSP): Uses mirrors or lenses to concentrate sunlight onto a small area, generating high temperatures to produce steam and drive a turbine. Bifacial Solar Panels: Capture sunlight on both sides of the panel, increasing overall efficiency, especially in reflective environments.
Advanced Power Generator? Wave and Tidal Energy Generators: Wave Energy Converters: Capture the energy of ocean waves and convert it into electricity. Designs include point absorbers, oscillating water columns, and attenuators. Tidal Turbines: Harness the kinetic energy of tidal currents, similar to underwater wind turbines. They are reliable and predictable, as tides are highly regular.
Advanced Power Generator? Advanced Thermal Power Plants: Combined Cycle Gas Turbines (CCGT): Use both gas and steam turbines to generate electricity, significantly improving efficiency. Waste heat from the gas turbine is used to produce steam for the steam turbine. Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle (IGCC): Converts coal or biomass into synthetic ga s (syngas), which is then used to fuel a combined cycle power plant. This process reduces emissions and improves efficiency.
Advanced Power Generator? Advanced Nuclear Reactors: Small Modular Reactors (SMRs): Compact, factory-built reactors that can be deployed individually or in clusters to provide scalable nuclear power. They offer enhanced safety features and lower capital costs compared to traditional large reactors. SMR maximum output of 300 Megawatt. Large-size nuclear power plants have an output of over 1,000 Megawatt. (PLTA Jatiluhur 187 Megawatt)
Advanced Power Generator? Advanced Nuclear Reactors: Generation IV Reactors: Advanced designs that promise improved safety, efficiency, and waste management. Examples include molten salt reactors , gas-cooled fast reactors , and sodium-cooled fast reactors .
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Smart Energy Consumption
Smart energy consumption Using energy efficiently and sustainably through advanced technologies Characteristics: Lower cost Improve efficiency Enhance reliability Reduce waste Minimize environmental impact
Key Enablers Internet of Things (IoT) : Precise control and monitoring of energy consumption Artificial Intelligence (AI) : Optimize energy usage, predict energy needs, optimize distribution, and manage energy storage . Blockchain Technology: To secure, transparent, and decentralized energy transactions. Energy Audits : Energy audits to identify areas of inefficiency and opportunities for improvement. Energy Storage Solutions : Advanced battery technology and alternative storage method s.
Key Enablers Advanced HVAC Systems: Variable speed drives, smart thermostats , and advanced heating control, ventilation, and air conditioning . Smart Lighting Systems : LED lighting, occupancy sensors , and daylight harvesting to optimize lighting use. Optimize Building Design : Passive design strategies, such as natural ventilation and daylightin g, to reduce energy use. Predictive Maintenance : Forecast equipment failures and schedule maintenance proactively , reducing downtime and maintenance costs.
Smart energy consumption Energy Management Systems (EMS) : Software solutions that monitor, control, and optimize energy use in buildings or industrial facilities . Home Automation Systems : Systems to control lighting, heating, cooling, and appliances automatically/remotely. Building Management Systems (BMS) : Centralized systems that monitor and control the building's electrical, mechanical, and electromechanica l services. Enhances efficiency and reduces energy consumption by automating HVAC, lighting , and other systems.
Smart energy consumption Industry 4.0 : Cyber physical system allows smart manufacturing and intelligent factories . Enhance productivity, efficiency, and flexibilit y while enabling more intelligent decision-making. Smart Grids : Electrical grid with automation, communication and IT systems that can monitor power flows from points of generation to points of consumption. Microgrids : Microgrids operates independently or in conjunction with the main grid, providing enhanced resilience and flexibility.
Smart energy consumption Smart Meters : Record energy consumption in real time and communicate with the utility provider. Renewable Energy Integration : Combines s olar panels, wind turbines , and other renewable energy sources. Energy as a Service (EaaS) : third-party providers manage and optimize energy use for manufacturing facilities
Smart energy consumption Electric Vehicle (EV): Battery Technology ( Lithium-Ion Batteries, Lithium iron phosphate batteries, NanoBolt lithium tungsten batteries ) Charging Infrastructure (DC Fast Charging, Wireless Charging, Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Technology. Advanced Electric Motors (Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motors - PMSM), Induction Motors, Axial Flux Motors) Advanced Driver Assistance Systems – ADAS (Adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assistance, and automated parking)