Theoretical Framework and Key Technologies of Transparent Power Grid

Abstract

Building a new power system that adapts to large-scale high-proportion new energy sources and supports the achievement of carbon peaking and carbon neutrality goals is an overall reform measure for the energy and power sectors. Transparent power grid is an advanced form of Internet Plus Smart Energy and is crucial for supporting energy transformation and developing new power systems. This paper puts forward a concept of transparent power grid energy ecosystem, sorts out the main business requirements, goals, vision, and basic characteristics of a transparent power grid, and devises a development blueprint for the transparent power grid. A key scientific and technical system of the transparent power grid is elaborated from two perspectives: incremental scientific and technical elements as well as theories and scientific methods involved, and the perception layer, network layer, platform layer, and application layer technologies required by the key technologies and basic equipment of the transparent power grid are discussed. The research suggests that, with the “transparent power grid new infrastructure” as the core, the low-carbon transformation of energies should be promoted to build a safe and efficient modern energy system; it is necessary to develop small and micro smart sensors, software systems connected to the national industrial Internet, smart equipment, and data-driven value-added power services. Special scientific and technical research projects should be conducted to form the key technology and equipment systems of the transparent power grid. This paper highlights the key role of the transparent power grid in realizing the optimal allocation of resources, and can provide a basic reference for the research on market-driven power energy ecosystems.