Abstract
The article aims at classifying and describing smart technologies and solutions that are currently used for energy consumption management. It stresses the positive impact of technology on the environment, with a focus on renewable energy, energy efficiency and climate change. The article analyses the green technologies used in energy generation and storage and contemplates over the Internet of Things (IoT) concept that enabled using super-fast flows of information from the generator to the consumer and back with the purpose of optimizing energy management and impacting the demand-side response of the energy consumers. Also, it describes the future smart energy systems that would combines photovoltaic (PV) panels, storage systems and batteries. In addition, it discusses the importance of peer-to-peer (P2P) energy and information exchange, virtual power plants and many other novel elements of the future smart grids that would make the transition to the low-carbon economy and electric transport smooth and effective.
Highlights
Smart energy management programs can be used to reduce and control the energy consumption of buildings, reduce electricity bills, while increasing the comfort and productivity of residents, and improve environmental sustainability without affecting living standards [1, 2]
It describes the future smart energy systems that would combines photovoltaic (PV) panels, storage systems and batteries. It discusses the importance of peer-to-peer (P2P) energy and information exchange, virtual power plants and many other novel elements of the future smart grids that would make the transition to the low-carbon economy and electric transport smooth and effective
European Union targets mean that this share is likely to rise to 30% by 2020, and, according to the United Kingdom Department of Energy and Climate Change (DECC), more than half of Britain's electricity will come from renewable sources by 2050, with solar, wind and hydro power becoming the second largest United Kingdom generator [11]
Summary
Smart energy management programs can be used to reduce and control the energy consumption of buildings, reduce electricity bills, while increasing the comfort and productivity of residents, and improve environmental sustainability without affecting living standards [1, 2] This includes everything from lighting and other devices to charging stations in car parks, air conditioning, refrigerators and air conditioning. The platform can collect data from over 50 different types of devices, including smart thermostats, air conditioners, refrigerators, heaters and air conditioning systems It helps companies improve energy efficiency, reduce energy costs, eliminate potential energy and safety risks, ensure green and safe operation and improve corporate governance [7]. Market analysts predict that investment in industrial energy management will grow faster in manufacturing than in the residential, commercial and construction sectors These systems come in a variety of forms, including smart thermostats, energy-efficient appliances, smart meters, smart appliances and other technologies [8]. The way to achieve energy efficiency in cities is to save energy - to make buildings more efficient and to build new homes and offices that are energy efficient
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