Advances in Active Distribution Networks with Multi-Type Renewable Energy and Load Integration

Dear Colleagues,

Traditional distribution networks are transitioning from centralised operation with unidirectional energy and information flows (from the generation domain to customers) to active distribution networks with decentralised mode of operation and bidirectional flows due to the connections of multi-type loads and renewable energy. On the one hand, the continuous growth of the multi-type renewable energy and load bring several challenges for system information processing, which include interoperability, security and privacy concerns, and the ever-increasing demands to support various services and applications. On the other hand, active distribution networks also face challenges in balancing stability, efficiency, and resilience while integrating multi-type renewable energy and load integration, where  reasonable planning and coordinated operation of  large grid-connected resources are critical. In order to maintain the sustainable development of the active distribution network, new technologies and control strategies need to receive more attention.

This Special Issue aims to draw attention to research and review articles on the existing distribution networks. The focus will be on promoting theoretical and practical studies in the control and operation of the distribution network to help the application of advancing technologies and their related theory in the distribution networks with multi-type renewable energy and load integration. 

The topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following: 

1. Flexible operation of hybrid AC/DC active distribution networks.
2. Intelligent control for reliable operation of active distribution networks.
3. Theory and method of a coordinated operation in active distribution networks with high-proportional renewable energies, flexible loads, and energy storage.
4. Measurement and data-driven approaches to improve the operation quality of active distribution networks.
5. Cyber security of the active distribution network.
6. Situational awareness of active distribution network.
7. Renewable energies planning and coordination operation in active distribution networks.

Dr. Wei Qiu
Dr. Kaiqi Sun
Guest Editors

Dr. Jie Liu
Guest Editor Assistant

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