Image from Google Jackets

Flexible electrical networks for a low carbon future network and built environment opportunities for enabling smarter networks

By: Language: English Series: BRE Information Paper ; (IP 1/17)Publication details: Watford BRE 2016Description: 20p. ill. 30cmISBN:
  • 9781848064676
Subject(s): LOC classification:
  • 696.8 $2 18
Summary: Provides an introduction to the concept of flexible electrical networks. It provides an overview of technical solutions that can be applied at either the network or built environment level, to increase flexibility in the energy system and assist the UK's transition to a low carbon future. The techniques presented include recently trialled Distribution Network Operator (DNO) - led smart grid solutions that focus on increasing and enhancing the capability of existing network infrastructure in constrained areas. Also, highlights built environment energy-efficiency opportunities that building designers, owners and operators can consider in order to save energy and reduce peak demand, while supporting wider network flexibility and efficiency.
Holdings
Item type Current library Call number Copy number Status Barcode
Book London BRE publications ENQUIRY DESK (Browse shelf(Opens below)) 1 Available 30078449

Provides an introduction to the concept of flexible electrical networks. It provides an overview of technical solutions that can be applied at either the network or built environment level, to increase flexibility in the energy system and assist the UK's transition to a low carbon future. The techniques presented include recently trialled Distribution Network Operator (DNO) - led smart grid solutions that focus on increasing and enhancing the capability of existing network infrastructure in constrained areas. Also, highlights built environment energy-efficiency opportunities that building designers, owners and operators can consider in order to save energy and reduce peak demand, while supporting wider network flexibility and efficiency.