Abstract
With increasing international climate concerns, getting to net zero emissions has become a top priority for many countries. The energy sector is crucial to the shift to a future powered by sustainable energy. To this end, virtual power plants (VPPs), have emerged as a powerful tool with the ability to transform energy systems by integrating renewable energy sources (RES), energy storage technologies, enabling demand response programs, empowering consumer participation, and improving grid management. This study presents a detailed analysis of VPPs as a way of achieving net-zero targets, focusing on the case study of the United Kingdom (UK). By assessing the UK's energy environment, its energy policies and legislative framework, the advancement of renewable energy technologies, increasing flexibility, and the transition towards sustainable energy systems. The approach presented shows the viability of VPPs to lower carbon footprint and emphasizes on accelerating the transition away from fossil fuels to further reduce carbon emissions associated with traditional power generation.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | 2023 10th IEEE International Conference on Power Systems (ICPS) |
Publisher | Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc. |
Number of pages | 5 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9798350318739 |
ISBN (Print) | 9798350318746 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 14 Feb 2024 |
Event | 10th IEEE International Conference on Power Systems - Long Beach Hotel, Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh Duration: 13 Dec 2023 → 15 Dec 2023 https://www.icps23.com/ |
Publication series
Name | IEEE International Conference on Power Systems (ICPS) |
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ISSN (Electronic) | 2691-0233 |
Conference
Conference | 10th IEEE International Conference on Power Systems |
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Abbreviated title | ICPS 2023 |
Country/Territory | Bangladesh |
City | Cox's Bazar |
Period | 13/12/23 → 15/12/23 |
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Keywords
- Decarbonisation
- GHG emissions
- Net zero 2050
- Renewable energy sources
- Sustainable future
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Energy Engineering and Power Technology
- Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Control and Optimization