Question 16DiscussGS3GS3
When it comes to the energy sector, the trends of decarbonisation, decentralisation and digitisation are fast emerging. Discuss. (Answer in 250 words)
Main Body
Given IPCC target of preventing global temperature rise beyond 1.5°C by 2100, energy sector has witnessed several trends: I DecarbonisationTransition towards clean, carbon free worldSwitch to renewable energyCommitment to Paris AgreementGlobal initiatives like International Solar Alliance ISABoost to new age technology like: Green hydrogen, E-vehicles, Li-ion batteries, Solar powered batteries II DecentralisationA growing trend toward distributed energy production systemInvolves a combination of localised microgrids, consumers to generate their own electricity needsLocalised renewable energy (eg Mundra village, Gujarat - fully solar powered, Solar rooftop)Advantages: self reliant, reduce dependence, increase productivity III DigitisationThe trend involves use of digital machines, devices, technology to optimise energy productionUsing advanced metering system - and deploying pie paid smart meters at scaleDigital tools employed like: i AI & predictive analysis, ii IOT including smart home thermostats, iii Blockchain technology to create smart contracts, iv Digital Twin - to create virtual replica of power plant, allowing models to present different scenario. Global energy demand is expected to increase in coming years. Thus, it is essential to meet the same via low carbon renewable sources of technology
202 words1 paragraphs
Topper
Nikita Verma
AIR 302079
Subject & Paper
GS3GS3
Topic
Science and Technology
Clean Energy
Decarbonisation, Decentralisation, Digitisation in Energy Sector
Writing Stats
202
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analytical
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