Original title: Multi-stage optimisation towards transformation pathways for municipal energy systems
Authors: Paul Maximilian Röhrig, Nils Körber, Julius Zocher, Andreas Ulbig
In this article, the focus is on achieving climate neutrality by 2045 through the decarbonization of municipal energy systems. To make this happen, the author argues that it is important to establish implementation plans that outline when and where specific measures should be taken to achieve decarbonization. This restructuring process requires identifying the measures that offer the best techno-economic and ecological advantages. One promising option is the interconnection of energy vectors and domains, such as heating, cooling, and electricity supply, through decentralized multi-energy systems. Due to the complex nature of this transformation, optimization methods are necessary to identify suitable solutions on a detailed scale. The author presents the results of their analysis, which show that heat pumps will play a major role in future heat supply, accounting for 60% of the share. They also emphasize the importance of early dismantling of gas networks and the need for transitional technologies like pellet heating. Overall, the conversion of municipal energy systems can lead to a significant reduction of emissions, reaching up to 97%.
Original article: https://arxiv.org/abs/2311.11576