management With insufficient investments in reliable electricity distribution networks in India, electricity consumption stretches existing availability to its limits, which leads to lower voltages and poor quality of electricity. Tailor made distribution products and setups not only ensure uninterrupted service but also lower maintenance costs. The distribution system has to be developed in order to optimize the three main factors of life cycle costs for reliability and safety-operation, maintenance and losses. Solutions for smart electricity distribution grid, low and medium voltage overhead and underground cable lines; high end industrial enclosures & terminals-plastic and metal; electric vehicle charging and energy efficient buildings are the solutions for reducing nationwide 5,000 mw technical losses that happen during peak hours. Electricity demand is growing every day. Smart Grid must be introduced in India at the earliest and this means that the requirements for reliability of the distribution system are very high. Making the Smart Grid project successful is essential by improving the
quality of distribution lines with innovative and high quality products to maximize the life span, reduce outages, save energy by using low contact resistance joints and to reduce the overhauling and maintenance cost to minimal level. Energy saving can be achieved by understanding that the line man is the most important person in this complete chain. We must work towards • Proper planning by understanding the chosen distribution system in details • Proper training on all levels regarding proper installation • Proper tools & techniques to handle the distribution system • Proper planning & scheduling for maintenance of the system •Use of high quality products which fulfil the requirements of the latest standards India being the most problematic country in regards to power transmission and distribution needs to find a way out so that people get use to energy efficient products to survive in sustainable environment. A reliable distribution network can pave the way for energy efficiency in India. It is quite
baffling that distribution loss in India at some places touch 60% of the energy produced. This is because of the faulty distribution networks and other quality issues such as poor monitoring of lines, low quality of wires used and rampant thefts in the transmission lines. Technology upgradation is essential to amplify the concept of energy efficient electrical distribution. The Indian market and consumers must be educated about the energy efficiency initiatives and this role is most vital. Urgent policy intervention by both the central and state governments for this industry’s growth is the needed. First and foremost, we should create awareness among the network owners on modules such as ‘selection of connectors’ and ‘aluminium joining techniques’. A well planned and executed distribution network will definitely keep India’s future power prospects bright.