Smart Microgrid systems for decision makers

This learning path aims at influencing the decision makers of an industry under the perspective of a Smart Microgrids integration policy.

What are Smart Microgrids?

A smart microgrid is an electricity network in local facilities that uses digital and other advanced technologies to monitor and manage the transport of electricity from all available sources to meet the varying electricity demands of end users. Smart microgrids coordinate the needs and capabilities of all generators, grid operators, end users and electricity market stakeholders to operate all parts of the system as efficiently as possible, minimizing costs and environmental impacts while maximizing system reliability, resilience, flexibility and stability.

Destined to inform higher level employees, the learning path is structured in a strict, business tone involving topics such as: 
Sustainability strategies for companies Smart factory & Monitoring technologies Business and production changes Renewable energy resources and Demand forecasting Profit, investment and funding opportunities External influential factors Power transmission, storage and distribution  Integration risks and regulations
Prerequisites for Learning Path completion:
– Install RETScreen Expert software. The software focuses on building and investing on renewable resources, acting as a simulator of the whole venture, based on real, historical data.