Optimal interconnection and renewable targets for Northwest Europe

M. Lynch, M. O'Malley, R.S.J. Tol

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Abstract

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. © 2012 Elsevier Ltd.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)605-612
JournalEnergy Policy
Volume51
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2012

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