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The focus of this book is on utility transformation and the value the Smart Grid and associated technologies bring to it. As individuals challenge the utility's mandate to deliver reliable power, utilities must move beyond technology implementations and on to business transformations to keep up with the changing landscape.

The book begins by redefining the Smart Grid before elaborating on technologies, such as distribution automation, energy storage, distributed energy resources, microgrids, data analytics, electric transportation, and smart homes, and how each has the potential to transform the utility industry. It highlights the journey to electric utility 3.0 and provides solid examples and real-world case studies from other industries like telecom, cable-TV and automobiles.

The book also discusses how an individual can apply these technologies to his/her respective situations. Readers will find guidance on new energy storage solutions and electric value chain disruptors and can learn how to overcome challenges related to integrating supply and demand diversity. Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and storage are changing everything. As they get to scale, grow in performance, and drop in price, they will powerfully impact the traditional utility business model. Combining deep technical knowledge and business insights, Dr. Mani Vadari provides the first detailed treatment of the transformational impact of DER and the Smart Grid. If you choose to be intentional and proactive about your company and your career, this book will be your indispensable guide. -- Jesse Berst * Smart Cities Council * Dr. Vadari lucidly demonstrates that the smart grid is not just about a set of new technologies. He shows how it will affect every stakeholder in this industry. -- Daniel Kirschen * The University of Washington * This is an easy-to-read and comprehensive book written by a top smart grid expert. Mani does a wonderful job of providing insights without diving into unnecessary details. Chockfull of concepts, case studies and multiple perspectives, this is a must read for anyone interested in the rapidly emerging area of smart grid. -- Mallikarjun Angalakudati * PG&E Corporation (former) * A must-read for anyone interested in real progress of our industry. Dr. Vadari offers unique insight into the whole gamut of smart grid technologies, case studies, lessons learned from other industries; furthermore, provides a transformation roadmap and blueprint to smart utilities and smart cities. -- Parimal Desai * Rubicon Associates * From the first day I met Mani it was clear how deep an understanding he has of the transformation of the utility industry and passion to improve all our lives through revolutionizing the power system. Smart Grid is a term that is constantly used without explanation of what it means. In this book Mani does an excellent and thorough job of explaining a very large subject and making it relevant to you and me. It is a great introduction to anyone interested in the Smart Grid and an important reference to those of us in the industry. -- Ben Rushwald * Seattle City Light (former) * Keeping up with his intelligible and lucid style, Dr. Mani Vadari has once again helped redefine Smart Grids for one and all, be it industry or academia, innovators or consumers. This book is a must read for anyone looking to comprehend Smart Grids for today and tomorrow, from a developed or an emerging utility world. It is a valuable resource to help understand the benchmarks for smart grid evolution and has great reference and resource information from how it started to how the grid will evolve in foreseeable future and beyond. Congratulations Dr. Vadari! -- Mehnaz Ansari * US Trade and Development Agency * The electrical distribution system is experiencing the most significant disruption since its invention. The challenges, opportunities and possibilities of the electric grid are methodically presented in an organized and well thought-out manner in Dr. Vadari's book. The use cases and scenarios discussions are very helpful for readers to understand the impact to their respective business. A must read for industry practitioner. -- Young Ngo * Survalent *

Smart Grid Redefined: The Transformed Electric Utility

Introduction; Smart Grid Redefined; Distribution Automation-Path to a Self-Healing Grid; Energy Storage-Electric Value Chain Disruptor; Distributed Energy Resources-Challenge of Integrating Supply/Demand Diversity; Microgrids-Fragmentation of the Grid; Data Analytics-Bringing Intelligence to the Grid; Electric Transportation-First Mover to a Mobile Carbon-Free Future; Smart Homes and building-The Final Frontier; Electric Utility Transformation; Transformed Utility-Springboard to a Smart City.