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Optimal interconnection and renewable targets for north-west Europe |
Lynch, Muireann Á.; Tol, Richard S.J.; O'Malley, Mark
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We present a mixed-integer, linear programming model for determining optimal interconnection for a given level of renewable generation using a cost minimisation approach. Optimal interconnection and capacity investment decisions are determined under various targets for renewable penetration. The model is applied to a test system for eight regions in Northern Europe. It is found that considerations on the supply side dominate demand side considerations when determining optimal interconnection investment: interconnection is found to decrease generation capacity investment and total costs only when there is a target for renewable generation. Higher wind integration costs see a concentration of wind in high-wind regions with interconnection to other regions. Science Foundation Ireland Deposited by bulk import
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Keyword(s):
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Electricity interconnection; Renewable generation; Mixed-integer linear programming |
Publication Date:
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2013 |
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Journal article |
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Peer-Reviewed:
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Unknown |
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English |
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Institution:
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University College Dublin |
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Publisher(s):
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Elsevier |
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