Chapter 5 LO6 Concept Of A SMART Grid

Question 1

Describe the traditional means by which electricity has been supplied across the National Grid

Answer 1

Electricity was supplied from nearby power plants ran by NON-RENEWABLE fuels and was like this for decades

Question 2

Why is this conventional method not fit for the purpose at present or in the future

Answer 2

As it uses NON-RENEWABLE fuels for electricity to be produced.

Question 3

How a SMART Grid works

Answer 3

Switches input from one energy source to another as the demand for electricity varies

Question 4

Benefits of a SMART

Answer 4

Maximises renewable usage
Minimises fossil fuel usage
Controls electricity demands

Question 5

Explain how a smart grid facilitates the incorporation of electricity generated from renewable sources

Answer 5

1.The energy produced from renewable sources vary overtime.

2. A SMART Grid system’s computer measures the amount of electricity that is being produced at any point in time and then increases or decreases the amount of non-renewable that needs to be generated to meet the requirements.
3. In doing so the SMART Grid enables the amount of pollutant/carbon dioxide produced to be minimised.

Question 6

Explain the concept of a SMART Grid

Answer 6

A computer- Controlled electricity network that switches input from one energy source to another as demand for energy varies on grid

Question 7

Outline one way in which a SMART Grid can facilitate the efficient supply and distribution of electricity

Answer 7

By using a network of intelligent meters located throughout the grid to accurately predict demand

By incorporating electricity generated by a wide range of energy sources, including renewables in order to meet demand