Abstract
This study examines the integration of Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) with Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to enhance grid stability, optimize renewable energy utilization, and minimize greenhouse gas emissions in smart cities. Using Oman as a case study, our simulations compare traditional VPPs with IoT-enabled VPPs to evaluate improvements in grid interaction, storage utilization, and renewable energy curtailment under high-demand fluctuations. The findings demonstrate that IoT-enabled VPPs, augmented by advanced Energy Management Systems (EMS), improve renewable energy generation by an average of 19% (peaking at 31%), and reduce grid dependency by an average of 33% (peaking at 39%). These results highlight the transformative potential of IoT-enabled VPPs in achieving sustainable energy goals and advancing local energy markets in Oman.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 3312-3323 |
| Number of pages | 12 |
| Journal | Energy Reports |
| Volume | 13 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Jun 2025 |
| Externally published | Yes |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure -
SDG 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities -
SDG 13 Climate Action
Keywords
- Industry 5.0
- Internet of Things (ioT)
- Renewable energy integration
- Smart cities
- Sustainable energy transition
- Virtual Power Plants (VPPs)
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