Improving Transparency on Energy Transportation Losses through Digitalization Technologies

Energy loss in power distribution networks remains a significant economic and environmental concern, often exacerbated by a lack of transparent data and limited realtime visibility. This paper introduces an Internet of Things (IoT) based monitoring system designed to capture, analyze, and securely store granular information on energy flow across a distribution grid. Through strategically and intervally placed sensors and a decentralized data ledger, the proposed system not only improves the spatial resolution of loss detection but also provide trust among stakeholders by preventing data tampering. Unlike traditional solutions reliant on centralized architectures, this approach combines lowcost hardware, scalable communication protocols, and immutable record, keeping to pinpoint inefficiencies in real time. A demonstration scenario validates its potential to identify localized anomalies, stemming from voltage drops, resistive heating, or other factors, more accurately than conventional methods, thereby enabling proactive maintenance and informed resource allocation. By striking a balance between affordability, security, and operational insight, the system lays the groundwork for more resilient and transparent energy distribution networks.