With the growing adoption of renewable energy sources, distributed energy systems are opening up new opportunities for development. At the recent 3rd International Forum on Distributed Energy and Energy Storage Technologies, industry experts highlighted that smart grids, as a foundational infrastructure, will play a crucial role in the future of power distribution. Representatives from the State Grid Corporation of China and Huadian Group confirmed that the power system is actively adapting to the rise of distributed energy, accelerating smart grid development and promoting decentralized power generation.
Zhang Guobao, former director of the National Energy Administration and head of the National Energy Commission’s expert advisory committee, emphasized that smart grids, much like the Internet, can adapt to changing energy supply conditions. “There has been ongoing debate about whether solar and wind power are controllable. Issues such as curtailment of wind, solar, and hydro power stem from an insufficiently intelligent and robust grid,†he said.
Zhu Zhongxing, deputy director of the Ministry of Energy and Trade’s Foreign Trade Development Bureau, echoed this view, stating that the smart grid—combining advanced information technology with physical power infrastructure—is the optimal solution for future energy transmission. He added, “As distributed energy continues to grow, improved access policies and grid upgrades will create significant opportunities for the smart grid and its associated equipment market.â€
At the governmental level, the State Council has introduced several industrial support policies, including incentives for distributed photovoltaic power generation, electricity pricing support, and the construction of necessary grid infrastructure. In February of this year, the State Grid Corporation issued “Opinions on Doing a Good Job on Distributed Power Grid Services,†explicitly supporting the growth of distributed energy resources.
Jiang Liping, deputy dean of the State Grid Energy Research Institute, told the Shanghai Daily that the guidelines align with national policy goals, with a clear emphasis on support. “The next step involves implementing specific measures, all within the broader national framework, including government-established standards for distributed photovoltaic subsidies, metering processes, and distribution channels.†She added that while the state grid will lead, other organizations can also contribute, provided roles are clearly defined and optimized.
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