Edge Computing in Real-Time Electricity Consumption Optimization Algorithm for Smart Grids

Nowadays the electricity consumption optimization represents a big improvement point for the electricity supplier, but also for the consumers. Both sides can benefit from the progress of sensors and ICT technologies and gain benefits if an automatically process is put in place. Hence, in this paper, we propose an algorithm which will monitor the electricity consumption and provide optimizations for each consumer, all in real time. For accurate monitoring outputs and better computation, the algorithm will run into a smart grid environment, where smart meters, actuator and appliances can be found and easily integrated. The proposed solution will be deployed in an edge computing environment. This architectural decision will make the final implementation more performant and less costly.