Development of SuperSmart Grids for a more efficient utilisation of electricity from renewable sources

Battaglini A, Lilliestam J, Haas A, Patt A (2009)

Publication Type: Journal article

Publication year: 2009

Journal

Journal of Cleaner Production Elsevier

Book Volume: 17

Pages Range: 911-918

Journal Issue: 10

DOI: 10.1016/j.jclepro.2009.02.006

Abstract

If Europe is serious about reaching its target to keep global mean temperature increase below 2 °C, it must strive for a 100% renewable electricity system by 2050. The SuperSmart Grid approach combines what is often perceived as two exclusive alternatives: wide area power generation and decentralised power generation. We argue that by combining these, in fact, complementary measures, it is possible to address the crucial issue of renewable generation-fluctuating supply-in a comprehensive as well as in a technologically and economically viable manner. Thus, the SuperSmart Grid simultaneously can contribute to energy security, climate security, social security, and national security. © 2009 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.

Authors with CRIS profile

Johan Lilliestam

Additional Organisation(s)

Lehrstuhl für Sustainability Transition Policy

Involved external institutions

European Climate Forum (ECF) DE Germany (DE) Potsdam-Institut für Klimafolgenforschung (PIK) / Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research DE Germany (DE) International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis (IIASA) AT Austria (AT)

How to cite

APA:

Battaglini, A., Lilliestam, J., Haas, A., & Patt, A. (2009). Development of SuperSmart Grids for a more efficient utilisation of electricity from renewable sources. Journal of Cleaner Production, 17(10), 911-918. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jclepro.2009.02.006

MLA:

Battaglini, Antonella, et al. "Development of SuperSmart Grids for a more efficient utilisation of electricity from renewable sources." Journal of Cleaner Production 17.10 (2009): 911-918.

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