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SUMMARY:Mixed Integer Linear Programming for Distributed Energy Resource P
 lanning - Akomeno Omu
DTSTART:20120608T140000Z
DTEND:20120608T150000Z
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CONTACT:Lorna Everett
DESCRIPTION:Distributed energy resources are small to medium sized energy 
 generators (e.g. combined heat and power systems\, ground source heat pump
 s\, etc.) that are sited within electricity distribution systems\, near co
 nsumers.  Distributed energy systems can increase the flexibility and effi
 ciency with which energy is be provided to local consumers\, however this 
 greater flexibility also increases the complexity of energy provision at t
 he district level.  In order to achieve the maximum benefits of distribute
 d energy systems it is essential to determine their structure and operatio
 n in a rigorous manner that takes into account the temporal and spatial va
 riations in energy demand\, in addition to the drivers that influence ener
 gy planning (e.g. cost\, climate change mitigation\, energy security). In 
 this study a mixed integer linear programming (MILP) model is created for 
 the design (i.e. technology selection and sizing\, unit location\, distrib
 ution network structure) of a distributed energy system that meets the ene
 rgy demands of a cluster of consumers while minimising annual cost. The mo
 del allows for the analysis of the effect of the integration of numerous g
 eneration technologies and energy distribution strategies on the economic 
 and environmental impact of distributed energy systems.\n\n
LOCATION:Engineering Department - *LR3B*
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