Topic: Smart Grids beyond electricity

Abstract: The present Smart Grid vision emphasises the role of electricity as the energy vector with limited consideration of the role of other energy networks. This Panel Session will explore the role of other energy vectors (e.g. gas, heat and hydrogen) in de-carbonising the energy system over the medium term. It will consider the benefits of considering the energy system as an integrated whole. In particular it will address what can be learnt from the techniques used to analyse the development and operation of different energy networks and how these can be combined to ensure the energy system as a whole is optimised.

Presentations:

Smart Grids: what’s the role of the gas infrastructure? – Modassar Chaudry Download Presentation

Smart Grids Beyond Electricity – Integrated Analysis of Smart Energy Infrastructures – Dr. Jianzhong Wu Download Presentation

UK Smart Grid Capabilities – Dr Aidan Rhodes Download Presentation

Coping up with variability of wind – gas and electricity network analysis – Meysam Qadrdan, Janaka Ekanayake Download Presentation

Affiliation:University of Cardiff | Professor & Institute Leader (Institute of Energy)

Biography: Nick Jenkins is the Director of the Institute of Energy within the School of Engineering at Cardiff University. Before moving to academia, his career included 14 years industrial experience, of which 5 years were in developing countries. His final position in industry was as Projects Director for Wind Energy Group, a manufacturer of large wind turbines. While at University he has developed teaching and research activities in both electrical power engineering and renewable energy. He is a Fellow of the IET, IEEE and Royal Academy of Engineering. From 2009-2011 he was the Shimizu Visiting Professor to the Atmosphere and Energy Program at Stanford University.

Email: ‎JenkinsN6@cardiff.ac.uk

Address: Cardiff, Wales