MODEX-Net: Model Comparison of Electric Grid Models Within the European Context (2019-2021)
The integration of renewable energies into the energy system while maintaining high levels of security of supply requires an effective, Europe-wide electric grid. For this reason, the importance of meaningful electric grid modeling is increasing. A wide array of methodological approaches for the modeling of (extra) high-voltage grids has developed over the past years. The approaches can lead to different and sometimes contradicting results. Therefore, the overarching goal of the research project MODEX-Net is a comparison of existing grid models within the European context. With model experiments, differences in methods and data are systematically identified and analyzed, specifically focusing on the role of demand- and supply-side flexibility options. Based on the insights, recommendations for the advancement of grid models will be derived to enhance their informative value for the "Energiewende" (energy transition).
Project period: 2019 - 2021
Sponsor: Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Energie (BMWi)
Partners: Forschungszentrum Jülich, DLR, Forschungszentrum für Energiewirtschaft (FfE), Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT), Öko-Institut, RWTH Aachen, TU Dortmund
Involved team members: Dominik Möst, Hannes Hobbie, Christina Wolff
Contact: Hannes Hobbie & Christina Wolff