Definition
DERMS (Distributed Energy Resource Management System) is software for monitoring, coordinating and optimising distributed energy resources - solar, batteries, EV chargers and flexible loads - across a distribution grid. DERMS aggregates DER capacity, enables flexibilityAbility to change power consumption or production in response to price signals or system operator needs. activation on request from the grid operator, and optimises local energy flows to reduce grid lossesEnergy lost as heat during electricity transmission - the grid company is responsible for covering and reporting grid losses. and defer investment. DERMS is increasingly integrated with DMSDistribution Management System - system for real-time monitoring and control of the distribution network. and ADMSAdvanced Distribution Management System - next-generation DMS with real-time management of distributed energy resources. as the share of DER grows.