The Grid: Stronger, Bigger, Smarter?: Presenting a Conceptual Framework of Power System Resilience
Электроэнергетическая сеть: более прочная, масштабная или интеллектуальная? Концептуальная основа устойчивости энергосистемы
2015-04-21
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INCREASING THE RESILIENCE of critical power infrastructures to high-impact, low-probability events, such as extreme weather phenomena driven by climate change, is of key importance for keeping the lights on. However, what does resilience really mean? Should we build a stronger and bigger grid or a smarter one? This article discusses a conceptual framework of power system resilience, its key features, and potential enhancement measures.
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Power system resilience is critical for maintaining electricity supply during high-impact, low-probability events, including climate-driven extreme weather.
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The article presents a conceptual framework defining power system resilience and identifying its key features.
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The framework organizes potential resilience-enhancement measures around strengthening, expanding, and making the power grid smarter.
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The paper highlights the unresolved strategic question of whether resilience should prioritize a stronger and larger grid or smarter solutions.
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power system infrastructure exposed to high-impact, low-probability events
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the conceptual definition, key features, and enhancement measures of power system resilience
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