The Era of Digitalisation: LV Electricity Networks

With the increasing adoption of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs), demand is expected to triple in the coming decades.

The push for Net Zero is strengthening, making it a crucial time for Distribution Network Service Providers (DNSPs) to transition their business model and shift towards a more proactive Distribution System Operator (DSO) approach.

Data is now more important than ever before. To effectively direct network optimisation decisions and invest in approporiate infrastructure, DNSPs need clear, real-time insights of what's happening across the grid - available capacity, power quality, environmental impacts etc.

This article pinpoints four key challenges for network operators

1. The high cost and safety concerns of repairing and replacing electrical assets.
2. The financial feasibility of upgrades vs enabling efficient LV network operation.
3. Difficulty in planning and prioritising investments due to lack of asset health information.
4. The challenge of driving new consumer behaviors.

Addressing these challenges requires complete LV network visibility. The VisNet® Hub, developed by EA Technology, is an advanced LV monitoring device. It identifies early network issues and predicts asset failure, making it a game-changer in preventative maintenance.

Read our article to learn more about the power of LV monitoring in this era of digitalisation!