A smarter grid for greener power
The Intelligent Grid Cluster has been launched at UTS by Federal Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research, Senator Kim Carr.
It is a collaborative venture between the CSIRO, the Australian Technology Network group of universities and the University of Queensland.
The iGrid research is a three-year investigation into the evolution of electricity networks towards smaller, more localised generation using advanced control systems and renewable energy.
Cluster leader and ISF director Professor Stuart White said seven teams from five universities were working under the banner of iGrid to quantify the benefits and manage the impacts of new systems and approaches.
"This is where scientific research meets urgent, practical needs for the future of energy supply and management," White said.
"Today, 80% of Australia's energy comes from coal-based power, a major contributor to climate change.
"Combating greenhouse gas emissions requires greener, more efficient energy sources like solar power or fuel cells.
"We also need to make the network smarter, to actively manage the way people use power for the benefit of all."
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