Smart and Sustainable Power Systems

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Overview of Insular Power Systems: Challenges and Opportunities

Ozan Erdinç and Nikolaos G. Paterakis

CONTENTS

1.1    Evaluation of Insular Power Systems

1.1.1    Overview

1.1.2    Analysis of Typical Insular Grid Structures

1.1.2.1    System Size and Typical Infrastructure

1.1.2.2    Economical Framework of Insular Power System Operation

1.1.2.3    The Need for Sustainability

1.1.2.4    Reliability Requirements

1.2    Challenges and Opportunities for Insular Power Systems

1.2.1    Overview

1.2.2    Challenges and Opportunities

1.2.2.1    Generation Side

1.2.2.2    Energy Storage Systems

1.2.2.3    Operational and System Planning Aspects

1.2.2.4    Reliability

1.2.2.5    Demand-Side Management

1.2.2.6    Other Innovative Approaches and Possible ...