Essays about: "security of energy supply"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 110 essays containing the words security of energy supply.

  1. 1. Streamlining the Process of Surveying Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities in OT

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för data- och informationsteknik

    Author : Willem Brahmstaedt; Eira Höglund; Caspian Kullgren; Simon Larsson; Hanna Schaff; Johanna Thall; [2023-03-03]
    Keywords : operational technology; cybersecurity standards; containerization; computer aided process optimization; software development; application; web server;

    Abstract : Operational Technology, OT, is the backbone of the 21st-century society since it eases access for managing critical infrastructure like water, transportation, and energy supply. Therefore, the security of such systems is of utmost importance. READ MORE

  3. 2. Effects of Energy Performance Improving Measures on a 1990's Brick House in Southern Czech Republic : Computer Simulations using IDA-ICE

    University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Energisystem och byggnadsteknik

    Author : Vaclav Panek; [2023]
    Keywords : Final energy demand; Primary energy demand; Energy performance; Refurbishment; Single-family house; Space heating;

    Abstract : The residential sector was responsible for 25% of the Final Energy Demand (FED) in the European Union in 2015. Countries in Central and Eastern Europe such as the Czech Republic are particularly concerned with ensuring security of supply at the lowest possible cost in recent years. READ MORE

  4. 3. Effects of Prolonged Electricity Supply Disruptions on Critical Entities

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Riskhantering (CI); Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Riskhantering och Samhällssäkerhet

    Author : André Hansson; [2023]
    Keywords : vital societal function; VSF; critical entity; CE; vital societal entity; VSE; critical infrastructure; CI; critical flow; prolonged outage; electricity supply disruption; preparedness; total defence; civil defence; civil preparedness; crisis preparedness; grey zone; critical entities resilience; CER; hybrid warfare; energy security; societal resilience; cascading effect; dependencies; interdependencies; long-term disruption; power outage; power disruption; consequences; outage; samhällsviktig verksamhet; kritisk infrastruktur; totalförsvar; beredskap; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : This study investigates Swedish critical entities (CEs) ability to maintain function during up to three months of electricity supply disruptions. It also examines possible improvement measures, and how contextual cases (grey zone, heightened state of alert, war) influence CEs’ ability to maintain function during electricity supply disruptions. READ MORE

  5. 4. Harnessing Hydrogen and Batteries: Hybrid Energy Storage System for Versatile and Profitable Renewable Power Production

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Industriell elektroteknik och automation

    Author : Nora Jaredson Lilja; Hugo Björling; [2023]
    Keywords : Energy storage; Hydrogen energy storage; Battery storage; Hybrid storage; Wind power; Solar power; Combined wind and solar power production; Variable renewable energy sources; Power management; Energy storage operational strategy; Plannable renewable power production; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : This thesis explores the integration of hydrogen and battery energy storage systems as a means to enhance the management of wind and solar power in the pursuit of a greener grid. The objective of the study is to identify the potential benefits and challenges associated with hybrid energy storage systems (HESS) and their role in renewable energy integration. READ MORE

  6. 5. Decentralizing electricity generation in Cuba : Implementation of a microgrid in the sugar mil lCarlos Baliño

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Aylin Berber; Cornelia Eriksson; [2023]
    Keywords : Microgrid; renewable energy; bagasse; self-sufficiency; Microgrid; förnybar energi; bagass; självförsörjande;

    Abstract : Cuba has a long history of different dependencies and is a country facing many energy challenges, and therefore seeks to diversify its energy sources and reduce its reliance on fossil fuels. The purpose of this degree project is therefore to conceptualize a microgrid based on renewable energy sources for local energy sustainability at the lowest cost possible. READ MORE