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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
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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
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Some findings are counter-intuitive!
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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
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The ISLES Project
What happens if we plan regionally; not developer-led?
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Northern ISLES Configuration
Still to be made!
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Smart Grid – Atlantic Green Zone
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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
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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