The energy internet is a multi-network system that uses the internet and other information technology to power systems. In the next 20 years, almost three billion people will join the middle class, propelling global demand for more and better housing, televisions, cars, food, water, energy, and myriad other goods and services. But, with increasing strain on the planet's resources, meeting this demand could carry. Energy Internet, a futuristic evolution of electricity system, is conceptualized as an energy sharing network. It integrates distributed renewable sources, storage, EVs, and smart buildings, allowing them to exchange data and power in real-time to enhance. The scientific literature is then divided into four categories, each of which represents a different perspective on the EI as shown through its definitions, assumptions, scope, and application domains.
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