The latest (June 2008) UK Renewable Energy Strategy (Consultation) document,has called for 30 – 35% of electricity to come from Renewable sources by 2020As the current level in 2008 of renewable electricity production is 4% (excluding hydro) this is a challenging target.With the Government...

The penetration of plug-in electric and hybrid-electric vehicles (PEVs and PHEVs) will increase significantly in the next 20 years. The insertion of PEVs in households will facilitate the use of renewable sources and possibly create economic benefits to users, as shown in a Mexican example here...

Smart grid – the automation of electric grid is an emerging basket of interdisciplinary technologies, aimed towards bringing a revolution in the management of electricity networks. The benefits, risks and challenges involved in smart grid and compared with the existing grid are analysed so as...

The Government of India has recently announced the National Electric Mobility Mission Plan, which sets ambitious targets for electric vehicle deployment in India. One important barrier to substantial market penetration of EVs in India is the impact that large numbers of EVs will have on an...

The anticipation of a large penetration of EVs (electric vehicles) into the market brings up many technical issues. The power system may put at risk the security and reliability of operation due to uncontrolled EV charging and discharging. It is necessary to carry out intelligent scheduling for...