분산형 에너지 자원 관리 시스템(DERMS) 시장 : 예측(2026-2031년)

The distributed energy resource management system market, at a 16.03% CAGR, is projected to increase from USD 556.636 million in 2025 to USD 1358.58 million in 2031.

The Distributed Energy Resource Management System (DERMS) market is a critical and rapidly evolving software segment within the grid-edge technology landscape, designed to orchestrate the operation of diverse, decentralized energy assets. A DERMS is a sophisticated software platform that provides visibility, coordination, and control over aggregated distributed energy resources (DERs)-including rooftop solar, battery storage, electric vehicles, and flexible demand-at the distribution grid level. As power systems transition from centralized, one-way power flows to decentralized, bidirectional networks, DERMS has become an essential tool for utilities, grid operators, and aggregators to ensure grid stability, optimize asset utilization, and unlock new value streams.

A primary driver of DERMS adoption is the global imperative for grid modernization. Traditional distribution grids were not designed for high penetrations of variable, bidirectional generation. Modernization efforts aim to enhance grid resilience, adaptability, and operational efficiency in the face of this transformation. DERMS serves as the central nervous system for this modernization, enabling utilities to actively manage the influx of DERs. It provides the necessary control capabilities to perform advanced functions such as real-time monitoring, voltage and frequency regulation, congestion management, and the coordination of DERs to provide grid services (e.g., virtual power plant aggregation), thereby preventing infrastructure overload and maintaining reliability.

The accelerating and widespread adoption of renewable energy, particularly behind-the-meter solar PV, is a fundamental catalyst for DERMS demand. As the volume of intermittent, distributed generation on the grid surges, it introduces complex challenges related to reverse power flows, voltage volatility, and protection coordination. DERMS platforms are essential for integrating these resources safely and efficiently. They enable utilities to forecast DER output, manage net load profiles, and dispatch DERs to mitigate intermittency, maximizing the hosting capacity of the distribution network without requiring prohibitively expensive traditional grid upgrades. This capability is crucial for achieving renewable energy targets while maintaining power quality.

Strategic initiatives and investments by major technology and industrial automation companies are accelerating market maturation and innovation. Leading players are expanding their offerings through a combination of organic R&D, strategic partnerships, and acquisitions to build comprehensive, modular DERMS platforms. These activities are rapidly advancing the functionality of DERMS solutions, integrating artificial intelligence and machine learning for predictive analytics, and creating more seamless interoperability with other grid management systems like Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) and outage management systems (OMS). This competitive dynamism is broadening the market's capabilities and driving down implementation barriers.

Geographically, the Asia-Pacific region is emerging as a dominant growth market, propelled by substantial government-led investments in smart grid infrastructure and ambitious renewable energy deployment targets. Large economies within the region are actively modernizing their power distribution systems to enhance energy security, integrate vast amounts of new renewable capacity, and improve grid reliability. This focus on upgrading distribution infrastructure creates a direct and substantial demand for sophisticated DERMS solutions to manage the resulting complexity, positioning APAC at the forefront of market expansion.

Despite strong drivers, the market faces significant restraints. A primary challenge is the high initial capital and operational cost associated with DERMS deployment. This includes not only the software licensing but also the necessary investments in communications infrastructure, sensor deployment, system integration with legacy utility IT/OT systems, and ongoing cybersecurity. For many utilities, especially those with regulated rate structures or limited capital budgets, justifying this substantial upfront investment can be difficult, potentially slowing adoption despite the long-term operational benefits.

Furthermore, the market navigates a complex regulatory and business model landscape. The value streams that DERMS unlock-such as capacity deferral, ancillary services, and improved reliability-often require new regulatory frameworks and market structures to be monetized. Uncertainty around compensation mechanisms for DER-provided grid services and evolving standards for interoperability can create hesitancy among utilities, slowing the pace of procurement and full-scale implementation.

The competitive landscape features a mix of large industrial conglomerates with broad energy management portfolios, specialized grid software vendors, and utility-focused technology providers. Success depends on demonstrating proven scalability, robust cybersecurity, deep utility domain expertise, and the flexibility to adapt to diverse regulatory environments and evolving asset mixes.

In conclusion, the DERMS market is transitioning from a niche grid management tool to a foundational component of the future decentralized grid. Its growth is inextricably linked to the success of the energy transition, as it provides the essential intelligence and control layer needed to harness the potential of distributed resources at scale. Future market development will be shaped by the convergence of DERMS with digital twin technology for grid simulation, the standardization of communication protocols (e.g., IEEE 2031.5, OpenADR), and the creation of more compelling business cases through evolving utility regulations and wholesale market designs. As distribution grids become more dynamic and complex, DERMS will be indispensable for ensuring they remain secure, reliable, and capable of supporting a decarbonized energy system.

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Report Coverage:

• Historical data from 2021 to 2025 & forecast data from 2026 to 2031
• Growth Opportunities, Challenges, Supply Chain Outlook, Regulatory Framework, and Trend Analysis
• Competitive Positioning, Strategies, and Market Share Analysis
• Revenue Growth and Forecast Assessment of segments and regions including countries
• Company Profiling (Strategies, Products, Financial Information), and Key Developments among others.

Distributed Energy Resource Management System Market Segmentation

• By Resource Type
• Solar PV
• Wind Turbine
• Battery Storage
• Others
• By Distribution Type
• Radial
• Ring
• Interconnected
• By Component
• Hardware
• Software
• By End-User
• Residential
• Commercial
• Industrial
• By Geography
• North America
• USA
• Canada
• Mexico
• South America
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Others
• Europe
• Germany
• France
• United Kingdom
• Spain
• Others
• Middle East and Africa
• Saudi Arabia
• UAE
• Others
• Asia Pacific
• China
• India
• Japan
• South Korea
• Indonesia
• Thailand
• Others

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

2. MARKET SNAPSHOT

• 2.1. Market Overview
• 2.2. Market Definition
• 2.3. Scope of the Study
• 2.4. Market Segmentation

3. BUSINESS LANDSCAPE

• 3.1. Market Drivers
• 3.2. Market Restraints
• 3.3. Market Opportunities
• 3.4. Porter's Five Forces Analysis
• 3.5. Industry Value Chain Analysis
• 3.6. Policies and Regulations
• 3.7. Strategic Recommendations

4. TECHNOLOGICAL OUTLOOK

5. DISTRIBUTED ENERGY RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM MARKET BY RESOURCE TYPE

• 5.1. Introduction
• 5.2. Solar PV
• 5.3. Wind Turbine
• 5.4. Battery Storage
• 5.5. Others

6. DISTRIBUTED ENERGY RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM MARKET BY DISTRIBUTION TYPE

• 6.1. Introduction
• 6.2. Radial
• 6.3. Ring
• 6.4. Interconnected

7. DISTRIBUTED ENERGY RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM MARKET BY COMPONENT

• 7.1. Introduction
• 7.2. Hardware
• 7.3. Software

8. DISTRIBUTED ENERGY RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM MARKET BY END-USER

• 8.1. Introduction
• 8.2. Residential
• 8.3. Commercial
• 8.4. Industrial

9. DISTRIBUTED ENERGY RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM MARKET BY GEOGRAPHY

• 9.1. Introduction
• 9.2. North America
  • 9.2.1. USA
  • 9.2.2. Canada
  • 9.2.3. Mexico
• 9.3. South America
  • 9.3.1. Brazil
  • 9.3.2. Argentina
  • 9.3.3. Others
• 9.4. Europe
  • 9.4.1. Germany
  • 9.4.2. France
  • 9.4.3. United Kingdom
  • 9.4.4. Spain
  • 9.4.5. Others
• 9.5. Middle East and Africa
  • 9.5.1. Saudi Arabia
  • 9.5.2. UAE
  • 9.5.3. Others
• 9.6. Asia Pacific
  • 9.6.1. China
  • 9.6.2. India
  • 9.6.3. Japan
  • 9.6.4. South Korea
  • 9.6.5. Indonesia
  • 9.6.6. Thailand
  • 9.6.7. Others

10. COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT AND ANALYSIS

• 10.1. Major Players and Strategy Analysis
• 10.2. Market Share Analysis
• 10.3. Mergers, Acquisitions, Agreements, and Collaborations
• 10.4. Competitive Dashboard

11. COMPANY PROFILES

• 11.1. Open Access Technology International, Inc.
• 11.2. General Electric
• 11.3. Oracle Corporation
• 11.4. Hitachi Energy Ltd. (Hitachi Group)
• 11.5. Itron Inc.
• 11.6. Enel S.p.A
• 11.7. Open System International Inc. (Emerson Electric Co.)
• 11.8. Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
• 11.9. AutoGrid System Inc. (Schneider Electric)
• 11.10. ABB Ltd.

12. APPENDIX

• 12.1. Currency
• 12.2. Assumptions
• 12.3. Base and Forecast Years Timeline
• 12.4. Key Benefits for the Stakeholders
• 12.5. Research Methodology
• 12.6. Abbreviations