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ISSN P 2521-2419

Enhancing Energy Security in Pakistan through Smart Grid Technology and Dynamic Scheduling


Umar Khayam, Muhammad Umair, Farhan Ullah


Vol. 11, Issue 09, PP. 165-170 September 2024

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Keywords: World energy council; Distributed energy resources; information and communication technologies, Energy security, Smart Grid

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The increasing global demand for electricity, coupled with the imperative to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, has propelled the transformation of traditional power grids into intelligent and adaptive systems known as Smart Grids. At the heart of this transformation lies Dynamic Load Scheduling (DLS), an innovative approach that seeks to enhance grid efficiency, optimize energy utilization, and foster grid resiliency. This study undertakes a comprehensive exploration of DLS within the context of a Smart Grid scenario, employing a mixed-methods research approach encompassing literature reviews, case studies, quantitative analysis. The study outcomes contribute to the growing body of knowledge on Smart Grid technologies, specifically highlighting the pivotal role that DLS plays in transforming the future of electrical power systems. With the potential to revolutionize energy management strategies, DLS within Smart Grids emerges as a cornerstone for sustainable, reliable, and resilient energy systems. This research offers a roadmap for policymakers, utilities, and researchers to navigate the complex landscape of Smart Grids and harness the transformative power of Dynamic Load Scheduling. This abstract provides a concise overview of the detailed exploration of Dynamic Load Scheduling in Smart Grids and its role in offering different dynamics.


  1. Umar Khayam, uk_94@outlook.com, Department of US-Pakistan Center for Advanced Studies in Energy (USPCAS-E), UET Peshawar, Pakistan.
  2. Muhammad Umair, umairafridy@gmail.com, Department of US-Pakistan Center for Advanced Studies in Energy (USPCAS-E), UET Peshawar, Pakistan.
  3. Farhan Ullah, farhan.ullah58@gmail.com, Department of US-Pakistan Center for Advanced Studies in Energy (USPCAS-E), UET Peshawar, Pakistan.

Umar Khayam Muhammad Umair Farhan Ullah “Enhancing Energy Security in Pakistan through Smart Grid Technology and Dynamic S Vol. 11 Issue 09 PP. 165-170 September 2024. https://doi.org/10.34259/ijew.24.1109165170.


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