Smart Grid at National Grid

Abstract

Many electric utilities are investigating or implementing a Smart Grid. Smart Grid is expected to be the new industry platform. Since this is a work in progress it is in the industry's interest to discuss not only achievements but also the vision for this new platform. In this way industry norms for Smart Grid can be allowed to develop in an efficient and collective manner. This paper describes National Grid's vision for Smart Grid in its franchise area, implementation to date of that vision, and its achievements to date.