RT journal article T1 Next Generation of Smart Grid Technologies A1 Fernández Ramírez, Luis Miguel A1 Lai, C.S. A1 Dehghanian, P. A2 Ingeniería Eléctrica AB The emergence of smart cities demands a fundamental transformation in how energy is managed, positioning smart grid technologies as a key driver in urban progress. Through the integration of various energy resources (renewable energy sources, energy storage systems, green hydrogen, electric vehicles, etc.), grid-edge power electronics, advanced control systems, and information and communication technologies with conventional power grids, smart grids facilitate efficient, dependable, and eco-friendly energy use in city settings. This Special Issue examines the impactful role of smart grid technologies in defining the future of smart cities. PB Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI) SN 2624-6511 YR 2026 FD 2026 LK http://hdl.handle.net/10498/40474 UL http://hdl.handle.net/10498/40474 LA eng DS Repositorio Institucional de la Universidad de Cádiz RD 05-nov-2026