Academic Leadership and Research in Energy Networks. Stephen McArthur University of Strathclyde

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1 Academic Leadership and Research in Energy Networks Stephen McArthur University of Strathclyde

2 Evolution of EPSRC SUPERGEN EPSRC SUPERGEN Programme has: Resulted in a collaborative environment and ethos for the UK s research community in energy Generated significant research outcomes in networks and related areas EPSRC SUPERGEN Hub in Energy Networks created which has: Built on the previous successes of the Supergen programme Refocused on underpinning science, moved towards sustainability and provided the research community with a vehicle for enhancing networks and smart grid collaborative research Engaged a wider academic community, in particular information and communications technologies

3 HubNet a hub for energy networks HubNet is a collaboration that seeks to provide a central focus to energy network research HubNet formed by the following universities: Bristol, Cardiff, Imperial College, Manchester, Nottingham, Southampton, Strathclyde and Warwick Positioning and Strategy Fundamental Research Training New Researchers Community of Researchers Community of Research Users Opportunities For Collaborations

4 Other research projects International links HubNet Grand Challenge on Flexible Control Grand Challenge on Infrastructure Power Networks Research Academy Low Carbon Network Fund projects Grand Challenges in Storage

5 HubNet - Research Investigate important disciplines for network evolution over the next 20 years: Future Asset Technologies materials science for higher capacity, lower loss cables and other assets Managing Transition Assets recognition of the need for deeper understanding of how long-life equipment is managed and monitored Power Electronic Technologies a focus on how new semiconductor technologies could lead to lower-cost, lower-loss power electronics suitable for wider-scale network deployment

6 HubNet - Research Multi-Energy Systems analysis of the roles and interactions of gas, electricity and heat networks and examination of how demand-side action can be maximised The European SuperGrid technology, planning and control innovation to create European interconnections for exploiting diversity in renewable energy The Smart Grid focus on communication and automation strategies and technologies for supporting full integration of demand, storage and generation in optimised network operation

7 HubNet Position Papers Position Paper Topic Smart Metering in the UK Smart Grid Blueprint Smart Grid Communications Condition Monitoring Role of Power Electronics in Distribution Smart Metering Development and Operation Status Available for download Draft under review, released in December Draft under review, released in December Workshop phase complete, analysis underway, draft early 2013 Workshop phase complete, interviews with DNOs planned, draft in 2013 Workshops in planning

8 Industrial input Policy input Academic input Wider than traditional power community Workshops Analysis RCUK Calls Industry focused calls Position Papers

9 Smart Grid Theme Position Databases Papers: to provide & lessons strategic direction for the Smart EU/Worldwide smart Grid research grid projects community: and Definitions Trials initiatives Standards Drivers & Generation A Smart Grid Blueprint: User and Functional Requirements UK Smart Grids Flexible Techniques for Centralised and Distributed Control Technical Blue Print Smart Grid communications Modelling Policy Challenges Transmission Spectrum of smart grid PAC functions Distribution Architectures Prosumer Technologies Smart grid research directions Delivery of Smart Grid PAC functions Information models V&V Platforms Intelligence Integration

10 Vague Definitions Unproven Scalability Smart Grid Challenges Piecemeal Approach Verification & Validation

11 Smart Grid Theme - Research Designing the Smart Grid Interactions between smart meters, smart grid and smart asset management An experimental demonstrator of some decentralised control will be formed. The functional specification developed will be used to drive interdisciplinary activities and workshops. Connecting the Smart Grid The availability, reliability and delays of the communication systems and networking protocols will have a profound effect on Smart Grid performance. Defining the required end-to-end performance of the communication system t through a scalable simulation platform for Smart Grid communications. Establishing a Business Case for the Smart Grid. Evaluation of the benefits and value proposition of alternative Smart Grid concepts and technologies under various future UK electricity system development scenarios. Risk and reliability: Reduction of the security margin through enhanced monitoring to achieve reliability Strategic Role and Business Case for Power Electronics The strategic role and value for power electronics will be evaluated.

12 Smart Grid Planes Power System Power Network Management (IT) Comms Network Domain functions & relationships Apps QoS & Requirements Network architectures and Comms technology

13 DMS/EMS SCADA Master DNP3 DNP3 Network Emulator DNP3 DNP3 DNP3 Various Protocols Simulated DNP3, Wisp+, etc Substation Gateway (RTU) Substation Gateway (RTU) Substation Gateway (RTU) simscada IEC IEC Network Emulator IEC IEC OPC OPC simscada Scripting Interface RTS Hardware in the loop Comms TCP/IP RTDS OPC MiniSim4simSCADA Load Flow + ANM (IPSA+) Real Network Simulated Network (sub-cycle) Simulated Network (1Hz)

14 Large Scale Simulation of the Smart Grid s ICT Plane

15 Annual Smart Grid Symposium 2013 HubNet Smart Grid Symposium Week beginning: 16th September, 2013 Location: Cardiff

16 HubNet and the Grand Challenges will provide a complementary set of fundamental, applied and strategic research activities Applied and strategic Fundamental research LCNF & HubNet EPSRC Grand Challenges

17 EPSRC Networks Grand Challenge: Preparing the UK s Energy Infrastructure for 2050 The Electrical Layer Top - Continental SuperGrid Middle - T&D Networks Tail - The Last Mile BSP SuperGrid with game changing power converters and cable materials Smarter, more flexible control of uncertain systems The Information and Control Layer Capacity transformaton through innovation in power electronics and service supply

18 Grand Challenge on Infrastructure: Top and Tail Transformation The greatest need and the greatest opportunities for new infrastructure technology are in a continental SuperGrid and in a reinvention of the final mile distribution. Top - EU SuperGrid Tail - The Last Mile Middle - T&D Networks SuperGrid with game changing power converters and cable materials Smarter, more flexible control of uncertain systems Capacity transformaton through innovation in power electronics and service supply

19 Grand Challenge on Information and Control The Autonomic Power System University Partners: Cambridge, Durham, Imperial College, Kings College London, Manchester, Strathclyde, Sussex Multi-disciplinary: power systems, economics, computer science, artificial intelligence, social policy, mathematics, complexity Industrial Partners: Accenture, Agilent, E.On, IBM, KEMA, Mott MacDonald, PB Power, National Grid, SSE

20 Self* Network Operation and Control Flexible zones of control Definition of control functionality Distributed control approaches Including: Storage Real time/dynamic ratings Electric vehicles Micro generation

21 Distributed control approaches Multi-agent system architecture for Active Network Management (Strathclyde) Discrete algorithms for voltage control, thermal constraint management, etc. Integration Including: within Storage an agent based Real message time/dynamic ratings passing Electric vehicles Micro generation architecture Distributed Constraint Optimisation Problems (Strathclyde) Fully decentralised Optimisation Integration of multiple constraints and control requirements Flexibility in terms of changing constraints as the network evolves AI Planning (Durham and Kings College) Adding temporal aspects to the control problem Predictive and proactive Flexibility in terms of changing plans as the network conditions change or as the network evolves

22 Positioning and Strategy Fundamental Research Training New Researchers Community of Researchers Community of Research Users Opportunities For Collaborations