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Abstract
Smart Grid is an advanced power grid system that integrates digital technology, two-way communications, smart sensors and process automation to streamline the production, transmission, distribution and consumption of electricity. The implementation of smart grid components in the Oltenia region has been analysed by tackling network improvement projects on both the transmission and distribution sides. Through the SMART TRANSFORMATION program of the distribution operator in the region, smart grid components such as: Smart Metering Deployment, Meter Data Management and Metering Data Collection Systems, Advanced Distribution Management System and Asset Management System are being implemented. Among the renewable energy sources, the category of prosumers was analysed, as their number has been continuously increasing in recent years in the Oltenia region. To understand the degree of acceptance of smart grid components (smart meters, prosumer applications, smart devices) by consumers in the Oltenia region, we applied the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). The assessment of the results highlighted a positive perception of the use of technology, as it was considered to be both beneficial and user friendly.
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