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Smart Grid: An Overview
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Smart Grid and Renewable Energy·Volume 02 (2011)·Pages 305–311·Published 1 November 2011·DOI10.4236/sgre.2011.24035
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Abstract
This paper briefly discusses evolution of Smart Grid development. Smart Grid is important as it will take us towards energy independence and environmentally sustainable economic growth. Growth of Smart Power Grid in India will slowly but surely take us towards fulfilling the dreams of former President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, “Energy for all and Energy forever”.
KeywordsSmart GridFACTSICTSmart Homes
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