Measuring the digitalisation of electricity distribution systems in Europe: towards the smart grid

N. Rodríguez Pérez, J. Matanza, G. López, R. Cossent, J.P. Chaves, C. Mateo, T. Gómez, M.A. Sánchez Fornié

International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems Vol. 159, pp. 110009-1 - 110009-9

Resumen:

This paper proposes a set of digitalisation indicators focused on measuring the different digital capabilities and infrastructure of electricity distribution systems, as opposed to previous indicators which have mainly focused on performance and quality of service aspects.

The indicators are classified according to the pillars of digitalisation: sensor and actuator, connectivity, data processing, and digital culture. They are use-case-agnostic and do not require a huge amount of information. In addition to this, three possible new applications of these indicators for distribution system operators and regulatory authorities are identified and discussed.

The extensive use of these indicators in Europe could allow the development of fruitful collaborations between distribution system operators, allow the identification of cause–effect relations between grid performance and digital infrastructure, and improve the replicability of innovative smart grid solutions. However, this will only be possible if regulators promote the adoption of the proposed indicators and the dissemination of their results.

Resumen divulgativo:

Se propone un conjunto de indicadores de digitalización para medir las distintas capacidades e infraestructuras digitales de las redes eléctricas de distribución. Se identifica y discute tres nuevas aplicaciones de estos indicadores para el operador del sistema de distribución y el regulador.

Palabras Clave: Smart grid; Digitalisation; Distribution system operator; KPIs; Indicators

Índice de impacto JCR y cuartil WoS: 5,200 - Q1 (2022)

Referencia DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijepes.2024.110009

Publicado en papel: Agosto 2024.

Publicado on-line: Abril 2024.

Cita:
N. Rodríguez Pérez, J. Matanza, G. López, R. Cossent, J.P. Chaves, C. Mateo, T. Gómez, M.A. Sánchez Fornié, Measuring the digitalisation of electricity distribution systems in Europe: towards the smart grid. International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems. Vol. 159, pp. 110009-1 - 110009-9, Agosto 2024. [Online: Abril 2024]