Smart Grid

 

The smart grid is a dynamic two-way communication system involving the entire grid that allows greater choice for every stakeholder on the grid.

The primary goal for smart grid is to deliver the optimal amount of information and load control for customers, distributors and grid operations to change behavior in a way that reduces system demand and costs, and increases energy efficiency.

Smart grid equipment will tell consumers how much power they are using and how much it costs as they use the power. Other technologies will let utilities lower power use in homes when the customer is out of the house.

Smart grid promotes reduced emissions, lower energy costs and greater flexibility to accommodate new renewable distributed energy sources.

TVA and its partners are exploring a variety of other technologies designed to increase the efficiency of energy use. To learn more about them, see the list at upper right.