The Role of Smart Grids in Irish Energy Policy
Smart Grid Technology Watch Event, Claremorris, 18th September 2014
Bob HannaChief Technical Advisor
Department of Communications, Energy & Natural Resources
The Role of Smart Grids in Irish Energy Policy
All Island Grid Study
Pioneering all-island workHow much intermittent renewables on the grid?
Answer – 42%
Active Public Sector Project Steering Committee working with Private Sector Consultants
Very successful
Some findings are counter-intuitive!
The Role of Smart Grids in Irish Energy Policy
The ISLES Project
Feasibility Study for Offshore Interconnecting Grid specifically facilitating marine renewables
Study Area: Scotland, N. Ireland, IrelandTechnical, Environmental, Regulatory,
Economic Workstreams
The ISLES Project
What happens if we plan regionally; not developer-led?
Northern ISLES Configuration
Still to be made!
Smart Grid – Atlantic Green Zone
The Role of Smart Grids in Irish Energy Policy
Green Paper on Energy Policy, May 2014
Priority 3: Planning and Implementing Essential Energy InfrastructureSmart Grids must be facilitated by policy
Recognition that Smart Grids contribute to:Improved energy efficiencyIncreased penetration of indigenous renewablesEnhanced security of energy supply
The Role of Smart Grids in Irish Energy Policy
Smart Grid Technology Watch Event, Claremorris, 18th September 2014
Bob HannaChief Technical Advisor
Department of Communications, Energy & Natural Resources