Distributed generation and smart grid development: case studies in different european countries

This paper presents modelling approaches and results relevant to smart distribution system development with DG in European grids as from the work performed by Imperial College in the EC FP6 “More Microgrids” project. The studies are based on real data and DG/consumption scenarios of distribution networks as provided by project partners from different European countries. Comparison among the different networks enables to get strategic information on common trends and differences. In addition, being based on real network data, the results provide an invaluable opportunity to gain insights on impact, benefits and main drivers of DG and Smart Grids on real large-scale networks, differently from most studies based on small test or ideal networks.