Distributed energy is a new type of energy utilization that centers on the installation of small-scale power generation equipment near users to meet local electricity demand. This type of power generation usually includes a variety of renewable energy sources, such as natural gas, biomass, solar, wind, etc., and is combined with energy storage technology to realize an efficient and environmentally friendly energy supply.

Distributed energy systems have multiple advantages. Firstly, it can improve the efficiency of energy utilization and reduce losses during energy transmission, thus saving costs and reducing environmental pollution. Secondly, through the integration of smart grid and energy storage technologies, distributed energy system can realize flexible scheduling and management of energy, and improve the reliability and stability of the system. In addition, distributed energy can optimize energy supply and reduce overall energy costs through multi-energy complementarity.

distributed energy supply system

Distributed energy has a wide range of application scenarios, including hospitals, hotels, residences, shopping malls, industrial parks and data centers. In China, distributed photovoltaic (PV) power generation has grown rapidly in recent years, becoming an important part of distributed energy. In addition, distributed energy is also involved in emerging areas such as electric vehicle charging infrastructure and microgrids.

combined heat and power (CHP)

Despite the many advantages of distributed energy, it also faces some challenges, such as high cost, complex technology and imperfect policy mechanisms. Therefore, future development needs to further improve the ability to secure gas supply, improve the city gas transmission and distribution pipeline network, and optimize the layout of gas storage facilities and other measures to improve its competitiveness and sustainability.

Distributed energy, as a clean, efficient and flexible energy solution, is gradually becoming an important part of the modern energy system globally and will play an increasingly important role in future energy development.