This paper proposes an intelligent microgrid
energy management system (iEMS). It aims to develop and
demonstrate an intelligent system at campus site through
seamless integration of energy generation, storage and demand
management facilities across the electric, thermal, and gas
networks. This system will also have an enhanced information
and communication technology (ICT) platform for supply and
demand management as well as real-time energy market
interactions. The major innovations proposed by the iEMS
encompass advanced ICT tools such as forecasting, predictive
modelling for harmonization of multi-energy grids and
enabling real-time energy market interactions for maximizing
cost savings without compromising operational effectiveness
and grid stability. These innovations serve to either enhance
system level energy savings or facilitate system integration by
using advanced distributed database system and protocols such
as IEEE 1888 for communication and control