CONNECTED ENERGY
SUPERGRIDS ,
SUSTAINABILITY AND FUTURE ENERGY
A global grid solution is needed to meet climate targets , and systems must be more intelligent , digital and controllable
As countries strive to meet global emission targets , energy ’ s position at the top table of sustainability becomes more integral by the day . Just as no one nation can act in isolation , the energy industry must come up with global solutions that can meet environmental protection and demand needs .
The expected transformation in the electricity sector to meet decarbonization goals will require a parallel transformation in infrastructure siting . The need for smart connected grids has never been more pressing – and time is of the essence . The Biden administration wants net-zero carbon electricity by 2035 .
The post-pandemic reset provides the chance to address these macro energy challenges . It ’ s no secret that many national grids are creaking at the seams , and new , more resilient systems are imperative for the global challenges we face . That means the notion of interconnector ‘ supergrids ’ should be evaluated once again .
Supergrids are high-capacity power transmission lines using either high-voltage direct current ( HVDC , above 500kV ) or ultrahigh-voltage direct current ( UHVDC , above 800kV ) power lines .
They offer increased energy reliability , higher availability of generation , decreased costs of electricity across regions and ,
34 July 2021