Energiesysteemmodellering

What are energy system models?

Energy-system models are used to explore future energy systems and are often applied to questions involving energy and climate policy. The models themselves vary widely in terms of their type, design, programming, application, scope, level of detail, sophistication, and shortcomings.

What are open energy system models?

Open energy-system models capture some or all of the energy commodities found in an energy system. Typically models of the electricity sector are always included. Some models add the heat sector, which can be important for countries with significant district heating. Other models add gas networks.

What is energy system simulation & modeling?

Researchers, policymakers and energy planners utilize energy system simulation and modeling methods to support decision-making for long-term, sustainable energy planning.

What are integrated energy system models?

Integrated energy system models try to create a representation of the various interactions between environment, resources, technology and investment, and economy and society (Fig. 1). Development of the first energy system models started in the 1970s.

What is the main challenge when modelling an energy system?

The main challenge when modelling an energy system is to accurately model the desired problem, and to select the proper influencing factors and boundary conditions. It is important to model the factors that are relevant to the problem instead of prioritising factors that may be easier to use .

How do we model multi-energy systems?

Suitable methods and tools are necessary to derive relevant results and to support a transition to renewable energy sources. While several, dedicated tools to model grids and infrastructure of single-energy carriers exist, there are no tools capable of modelling multi-energy systems in detail.