Title :
The Next 50 Years: What´s Next for the Grid?
Author :
Edmonds, Michael J.S. ; Miller, Ted
Author_Institution :
S&C Electr. Co., Chicago, IL, USA
Abstract :
Over the past 50 years, there have been changes in the electrical grid, both technological and operational. We will witness the pace of change increase in the next 50. Where and when we generate energy, as well as how we consume it, is in the process of changing, and the rate of that change is increasing.
Keywords :
electric power generation; power grids; electrical grid; end-of-the-grid distribution; energy generation; Distributed power generation; Electricity supply industry; Energy storage; Power grids; Real-time systems; Smart grids; Technology forecasting;
Journal_Title :
Power and Energy Magazine, IEEE
DOI :
10.1109/MPE.2014.2321705
