The Trends of Transformation in Electric Power Services to Smart Energy in the City of Kut

Abstract

The research aims to highlight the practical possibilities through which we can understand the transformation of electric power services in the city of Kut and how these services can evolve from traditional to smart ones, aligning with smart cities. It also seeks to find a strategy to solve problems by applying all components of intelligence. Moreover the study endeavors to shed light on the indicators that enable the transformation of the city of Kut into a smart city and to compare these indicators with those of other cities to determine whether the city can achieve transformation across its energy services. The study uses data and reports to measure these indicators and establish a database to assess the city's performance and compare it with smart cities. Given that standards and indicators are continuously developing and are updated annually, this study uses the most commonly employed standards, ISO 37120 and ITU-T Y.4903. By comparing data with those of foreign cities like London and Arab cities like Amman, the capital of Jordan, and Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, the study concludes that energy usage in the city, including both electric and clean energy, lacks adequate attention. This conclusion is based on data showing that the per capita share is low, power outages are frequent, and renewable energy projects such as solar energy, which had been implemented in the city, are not adequately maintained due to their very high costs. Similarly, wind energy projects are only at the study phase, requiring activation by local and central governments due to their importance for the city and governorate. The key recommendations include focusing on creating alternatives to thermal energy, investing in renewable energy, and developing strategic plans and providing financial allocations to create the appropriate groundwork for these services, which would reduce pollution and increase job opportunities.