Event: Smart Grid Technologies and Implications for Inclusive Development in Sri Lanka What is Smart Grid? What are the Social Risks, Benefits, and Opportunities? 03 April 2018 Author / Speaker Pierluigi Mancarella How can the global energy trilemma or quadlemma be solved? How can energy that is sustainable, reliable and secure, and affordable be delivered? Why is it important to rethink engineering models that incorporate socio-economic aspects in the transition to sustainable low-carbon energy systems? These are some of the questions raised and addressed in this presentation. Disclaimer The views expressed on this website are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views and policies of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) or its Board of Governors or the governments they represent. ADB does not guarantee the accuracy of the data included in this publication and accepts no responsibility for any consequence of their use. By making any designation of or reference to a particular territory or geographic area, or by using the term “country” in this document, ADB does not intend to make any judgments as to the legal or other status of any territory or area. Topics Economics Energy Social Development and Protection