Information Communication System Supporting Smart Grid

On the basis of presenting business demands of information and communication system (ICS) for smart grid,the architecture of ICS supporting smart grids with Chinese characteristics is proposed and a standardized architecture of ICS supporting such smart grids is given. The architecture of ICS relates to the contents in information and communication technique,the frame of ICS as well as the network management and security protection of ICS. The research focus of information and communication technique supporting smart grids in China and the construction and pilot project of ICS are prospected. It is suggested that the network management,security and protection as well as the construction of technical standard system for the ICS supporting smart grids with China characteristics should be enhanced.