Scope

The scope of the report will encompass various aspects of the distribution network:

  • State-of-the-art and Best Practices in DER Connection and EU Code Compliance Verification with the Microgrids Concept:
    • To Explore current advancements and best practices in connecting Distributed Energy Resources (DER) and ensuring compliance with EU codes in microgrids.
  • Role of Components in Distribution Networks:
    • Examine the roles of different components in distribution networks, including:
    • Renewable energy sources (e.g., wind, solar)
    • Energy Storage Systems (e.g., hydrogen technologies)
    • E-mobility (Electric Vehicles)
  • Power-to-X Technologies and Their Applications in Microgrids:
    • To Investigate Power-to-X technologies, their applications within microgrids, and their potential contributions to establishing a more environmentally friendly distribution system.
  • Perspective of Power-to-X Technologies in Distribution Systems:
    • To present the modeling and architecture of Power-to-X systems.
    • Analyze network/distribution system planning.
    • To examine operation and maintenance considerations.
  • Strategies and Technologies for Achieving Carbon Neutrality in Microgrid Systems:
    • To investigate strategies and technologies to achieve carbon neutrality within microgrid systems, focusing on reducing their environmental impact.
    • To Explore the regulatory and legal framework influencing these efforts.
  • Sustainability in DER:
    • To Examine how inverter-based microgrids contribute to a sustainable energy ecosystem.
    • Assess their impact on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting a cleaner energy future.
    • To Discuss challenges and opportunities associated with sustainability.
  • Real-World Case Studies and Best Practices:
    • Identify and analyze real-world case studies and best practices of successful inverter-based microgrid implementations.
    • To present technical use cases, business use cases, and relevant projects.
  • Future Trends and Innovations:
    • To explore emerging trends and innovations in the field of microgrid systems. Considering advancements in technology and policy that will shape the future of
      microgrids.
    • Assess the economic benefits of inverter-based microgrids, including potential cost savings.

Members

Ramana A. Budha

Jacobs - United Kingdom

Ivan Burul

HEP-Distribution - Croatia

François Cazals

Schneider Electric - France

Joon-Ho Choi

Chonnam National University - Korea

Danijel Davidovič

Elektro Ljubljana - Slovenia

Bogdan Dzonlaga

EDF - France

Mahmoud Bekhet Mohamed El-Shimy

Ain Shams University - Egypt

Jeremy Harrison

LCP Delta - United Kingdom

Jane Marchand

G2ELab - France

Omid Palizban

ABB - Finland

Fabio Riva

CESI - Italy

Hassan Ali AbdAlla Ahmed Sami

Ministry of Electricity and Renewable Energy - Egypt

Miguel Verissimo

E-Redes - Portugal

Miao-Xin Wang

Schneider Electric - France

Qianwen Xu

KTH Royal Institute of Technology - Sweden

Tao Xu

Tianjin University - China

Mahmoud Mohamed Ali Zeyad

Middle Egytp DisCo - Egypt

Ziqian Zhang

Graz University of Technology - Austria