Application of the distributed generation, micro and smart power grid in the urban planning

This paper describes concepts and technical advantages and disadvantages of the distributed generation, micro and smart power grid as well as their relationships. The establishment of these three systems embodies collection and utilization of renewable energy, combination of renewable energy and power grids, and the sharing of renewable energy. The distributed generation is their foundation, and the micro and smart grid are a transition and the ultimate goal respectively. Baise Tiandong County was taken as a case study object to discuss how to design the distributed power, micro grid and smart grid in the urban planning.