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How will smart grids change the UK energy system?

Terry osifo

I’m interested in understanding how smart grid technology is expected to shape the future of the UK energy system, particularly as the country moves towards net zero targets.

I would like to learn more about:

  • How smart grids improve energy efficiency and grid reliability
  • Their role in integrating renewable energy sources such as wind and solar
  • The impact of smart meters, automation, and real-time data on energy management
  • Key challenges in implementing smart grid infrastructure across the UK
  • The role engineers (especially mechanical/electrical) play in this transition

I come from an engineering background and am keen to understand both the technical and practical aspects of smart grid development in the UK.

I would really appreciate insights from professionals or anyone working on related projects.

  • in reply to CliveS

    A lot of the time we only use plastics because they are cheaper than the organic alternatives. If oil becomes more scarce and expensive, and certainly by the time we decide not to burn it based on price, we will probably decide that cotton or wool is once again competitive relative to nylon or whatever, or that sandwiches can be sold in paper bags.


    The reason we collect and recycle plastics is because it is an almost free waste product of our profligacy with the stuff right now, and we have to do something with it to reduce what  is really a waste mountain problem. Once this ceases to be true, use will adapt. 
    Things that really have to be plastic, will be slightly pricier ,and maybe more sensibly recycled.

    Meanwhile we might as well burn what we cannot recycle well, in controlled way that allows management of the pollution, and perhaps encourage polythene and polypropylene, that both recycle and burn fairly cleanly, over things that liberate hydrochloric acid gas (PVC) and cyanide (some polyurethanes and some vinyls)..


    Mike.

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