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Toshiba Group will contribute to reducing CO2 emissions through Smart Grid, the next-generation power supply network required for a stable supply of power and the effective use of natural energy.
Smart Grid is a next-generation energy supply system designed to connect a number of dispersed power sources, such as solar power facilities, wind power facilities and fuel cells, to power consumers that put loads on the system, such as homes, factories and office buildings, through a network of electricity and communication in order to control power sources and power loads at the same time. Control technologies using telecommunications (ICT control) make it possible to analyze and forecast consumers' power demands and to provide power supplies from solar power generation facilities and storage batteries in response to these demands and to maintain a balance between power supply and demand by controlling the power sources used to operate devices in homes and offices. Smart Grid is expected to play an vital role in making effective use of natural energy, Reducing power transmission loss and providing a stable supply of power.
Toshiba Group is working to develop the µEMS (Micro Energy Management System), which functions to control power loads within the grid and to maintain a balance between supply and demand in coordination with power supply companies, as a key technology for Smart Grid. We are stepping up our efforts to provide an environmentally conscious, comprehensive energy system in combination with energy-saving products and systems manufactured in-house, such as solar power generation systems, SCiB™ (Rechargeable battery), control/connection technologies, building energy management systems and LED lighting systems.
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