Energy Infrastructure Scenarios for Reducing Distribution Losses and Carbon Emissions Using Multimethod Simulation with GIS
Publication: Construction Research Congress 2022
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The major objective of this research is to explore decentralized energy infrastructure scenarios using a multimethod modeling integrated with geographic information systems (GIS). Although extensive research has been conducted for applying decentralized energy and micro-grid systems, previous approaches have often been limited to downsizing traditional energy infrastructure systems. This research proposes a multimethod simulation integrated with GIS to identify impacts of infrastructure scenarios of applying the decentralized power generation and energy-sharing systems. The simulation model combines the system dynamics modeling with agent-based modeling. The simulation results can compare hourly electricity self-sufficiency, CO2 emissions, and the distribution distance based on distribution systems, the rooftop PV application, and the reduction of fossil fuel reliance. The findings can be used to establish the future infrastructure scenarios for reducing electricity distribution losses or planning peak-load shifting. The research outcomes will enable civil engineers, community stakeholders, and developers to better understand the impacts of energy-sharing systems in communities, then to support more informed decisions about the future energy infrastructure.
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