Applications of the Internet of Things in Renewable Power Systems: A Survey

Laura Jia, Zhe Li and Zhijian Hu ()
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Laura Jia: School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, The University of Sydney, Camperdown, NSW 2006, Australia
Zhe Li: State Grid Zhejiang Electric Power Co., Ltd., Hangzhou Power Supply Company, Hangzhou 310001, China
Zhijian Hu: LAAS-CNRS, University of Toulouse, CNRS, 31400 Toulouse, France

Energies, 2024, vol. 17, issue 16, 1-19

Abstract: The integration of the Internet of Things (IoT) with renewable energy technologies is revolutionizing modern power systems by enhancing efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. This paper examines the role of the IoT in optimizing the integration and management of renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind power, into the electrical grid. The IoT enables real-time monitoring, data analysis, and automation, facilitating advanced load management, demand response, and energy storage solutions. Key advancements in IoT technologies, including smart grids and energy management systems, are discussed, highlighting their impact on improving grid stability and promoting the use of renewable energy. The paper also finds some challenges such as data security, privacy, and the need for standardized communication protocols. Furthermore, it finds how the IoT optimizes electric vehicle performance through advanced battery management, real-time energy consumption monitoring, and improved interaction with the electrical grid. Future research directions emphasize the potential of the IoT to further enhance renewable energy integration through artificial intelligence and machine learning, driving the transition towards a more sustainable and resilient energy future.

Keywords: Internet of Things; renewable energy; smart grids; microgrids; power system protection; large-scale energy storage; electric vehicles (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q Q0 Q4 Q40 Q41 Q42 Q43 Q47 Q48 Q49 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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