Diarmuid Gillespie, Eirgrid, looks at the tranformation of Ireland's Electricity Sector (Presentation delivered at the inaugural National Energy Research and Policy Conference, Dublin, Nov 2019)
Energy research and innovation for transformation of Ireland’s electricity se...SustainableEnergyAut
The document discusses energy research and innovation opportunities in Ireland to support the transformation of the electricity sector. It provides an overview of Ireland's energy targets, research context, and supports available through the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI). Key areas of focus for research include renewable energy integration, electricity market design, and enabling 70% of electricity to come from renewables by 2030. The SEAI supports energy research through its RD&D program funding innovative projects. International collaboration opportunities also exist through programs like Horizon 2020 and the International Energy Agency.
John Young, Head of Policy at SSE Airtricity, delivers a presentation on Offshore Wind Enablers and lessons from the GB experience. (Presentation delivered at the inaugural National Energy Research and Policy Conference in Dublin, Nov 2019)
The role of firm generation in the transformation of Ireland’s electricity se...SustainableEnergyAut
Paul Deane from UCC, looks at the role of firm generation in the transformation of Ireland’s electricity sector. (Presentation delivered at the inaugural National Energy Research and Policy Conference, Dublin, Nov 2019)
Public policy transformation & Ireland’s electricity sector SustainableEnergyAut
Eamonn Confrey from the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment presents on the public policy transformation of Ireland's energy sector. (Presentation delivered at the inaugural National Energy Research and Policy Conference in Dublin, Nov 2019)
DPER’s perspective on the transformation of the electricity sector SustainableEnergyAut
Ken Cleary, Climate Change Unit, DPER presents on DPER’s perspective on the transformation of the electricity sector. (Presentation delivered at the inaugural National Energy Research and Policy Conference in Dublin, Nov 2019)
Microgeneration Support Scheme (MSS) Non- Domestic Supply Chain ForumSustainableEnergyAut
This document provides information about SEAI's upcoming Non-Domestic Microgeneration Support Scheme (MSS) for solar PV installations. Key points include:
- The scheme will provide a grant of up to €2400 for solar PV systems up to 6kWp for non-domestic applicants.
- It is targeting a launch in summer 2022, subject to ministerial approval.
- Differences from the domestic scheme include additional information requirements, eligibility checks, and different planning regulations for non-domestic applicants.
- Aspects still under review include the installer registration process, how to handle buildings with multiple meters, ensuring structural integrity of installation sites, and the potential future inclusion of other microgeneration technologies
The role of the regulator in the transformation of the electricity sectorSustainableEnergyAut
Commissioner Aoife MacEvilly, Commission for Regulation of Utilities presents on the role of the regulator in the transformation of the electricity sector (Presentation delivered at the inaugural National Energy Research and Policy Conference in Dublin, Nov 2019)
This document provides an overview of supports available to businesses in Ireland to improve energy efficiency and transition to cleaner energy. It summarizes SEAI's role in supporting the low carbon energy transition, key programs like the Energy Academy and Energy Management Training to build business capacity. Support available includes grants for energy audits to identify savings opportunities, and incentives for businesses to adopt electric vehicles like purchase grants and tax relief.
Energy research and innovation for transformation of Ireland’s electricity se...SustainableEnergyAut
The document discusses energy research and innovation opportunities in Ireland to support the transformation of the electricity sector. It provides an overview of Ireland's energy targets, research context, and supports available through the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI). Key areas of focus for research include renewable energy integration, electricity market design, and enabling 70% of electricity to come from renewables by 2030. The SEAI supports energy research through its RD&D program funding innovative projects. International collaboration opportunities also exist through programs like Horizon 2020 and the International Energy Agency.
John Young, Head of Policy at SSE Airtricity, delivers a presentation on Offshore Wind Enablers and lessons from the GB experience. (Presentation delivered at the inaugural National Energy Research and Policy Conference in Dublin, Nov 2019)
The role of firm generation in the transformation of Ireland’s electricity se...SustainableEnergyAut
Paul Deane from UCC, looks at the role of firm generation in the transformation of Ireland’s electricity sector. (Presentation delivered at the inaugural National Energy Research and Policy Conference, Dublin, Nov 2019)
Public policy transformation & Ireland’s electricity sector SustainableEnergyAut
Eamonn Confrey from the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment presents on the public policy transformation of Ireland's energy sector. (Presentation delivered at the inaugural National Energy Research and Policy Conference in Dublin, Nov 2019)
DPER’s perspective on the transformation of the electricity sector SustainableEnergyAut
Ken Cleary, Climate Change Unit, DPER presents on DPER’s perspective on the transformation of the electricity sector. (Presentation delivered at the inaugural National Energy Research and Policy Conference in Dublin, Nov 2019)
Microgeneration Support Scheme (MSS) Non- Domestic Supply Chain ForumSustainableEnergyAut
This document provides information about SEAI's upcoming Non-Domestic Microgeneration Support Scheme (MSS) for solar PV installations. Key points include:
- The scheme will provide a grant of up to €2400 for solar PV systems up to 6kWp for non-domestic applicants.
- It is targeting a launch in summer 2022, subject to ministerial approval.
- Differences from the domestic scheme include additional information requirements, eligibility checks, and different planning regulations for non-domestic applicants.
- Aspects still under review include the installer registration process, how to handle buildings with multiple meters, ensuring structural integrity of installation sites, and the potential future inclusion of other microgeneration technologies
The role of the regulator in the transformation of the electricity sectorSustainableEnergyAut
Commissioner Aoife MacEvilly, Commission for Regulation of Utilities presents on the role of the regulator in the transformation of the electricity sector (Presentation delivered at the inaugural National Energy Research and Policy Conference in Dublin, Nov 2019)
This document provides an overview of supports available to businesses in Ireland to improve energy efficiency and transition to cleaner energy. It summarizes SEAI's role in supporting the low carbon energy transition, key programs like the Energy Academy and Energy Management Training to build business capacity. Support available includes grants for energy audits to identify savings opportunities, and incentives for businesses to adopt electric vehicles like purchase grants and tax relief.
This document summarizes a presentation about developing community energy initiatives in Ireland. It discusses how communities can save money and energy through local projects, boost their economies, and contribute to Ireland's energy and climate goals. It provides examples of successful community energy projects in Erris that upgraded buildings and installed solar panels. It also outlines the supports available to communities from organizations like SEAI and the Western Development Commission to develop energy plans, apply for funding, and implement projects that improve efficiency and renewable energy.
Presentation by Marcella Maher Keogh on Better Energy communities at the launch of the Unlocking the energy Efficiency Opportunity report 2015.
The seminar presented new insights including the scale of the energy efficiency opportunity; the costs and benefits of 2020 target achievement; and policy options based on a new analysis of investor behaviour and decision-making.
The launch of the report was accompanied by presentations from exemplar projects from the SEAI energy efficiency programmes and a panel discussion exploring how we might accelerate the pace of retrofit in Ireland. New insights into the attitudes of investors was presented and the multiple benefits of energy efficiency explored.
The document discusses Ireland's potential for marine energy and smart grid technology. It outlines Bord Gáis' Alternative Energy Research Fund which supports research into emerging energy technologies like wind, solar, anaerobic digestion, and ocean/tidal energy. It also discusses Bord Gáis' trials of smart meters and smart home services to provide customers with real-time energy usage information and testing demand response. The document advocates for increased investment in renewable energy and grid infrastructure to meet Ireland's targets and transition to a low-carbon energy system.
The deep retrofit programme in SEAI aims to deliver low energy and healthy homes in Ireland. The team present on the pilot programme to date. Presented at the AIVC and SEAI symposium at the Energy Show.
SEAI - National Energy Research and Policy Conference 2021, Session 1SustainableEnergyAut
The National Transport Authority developed the Regional Modelling System (RMS) to support evidence-based decision making. The RMS integrates transport, land use, and demographic data to model travel demand across Ireland. It allows the NTA to evaluate policies and infrastructure projects, maximize transport system efficiency, and ensure value for money. The RMS was customized for Irish conditions based on extensive data sources. It consists of regional multimodal models that cover all modes of transport nationally.
This document summarizes Zambia's energy policy and development plans as presented by Arnold Milner Simwaba from the Zambian Ministry of Energy and Water Development. It outlines Zambia's national energy policies from 1994 and 2008, as well as plans for expanding electricity generation and access through grid infrastructure development, renewable energy feed-in tariffs, and energy efficiency programs. Key policies and regulations discussed include the national grid code, renewable energy feed-in tariff policy, and strategies around household energy and private sector involvement in energy development.
Heating without the hot air: Principles for smart heat electrificationLeonardo ENERGY
This document discusses principles for smart heat electrification in Europe. It notes that heating accounts for around 50% of energy use in the EU, with 75% currently generated from fossil fuels. The residential sector is most important for space heating. The document outlines four principles for heat electrification: 1) prioritize energy efficiency to reduce costs and enable thermal storage, 2) recognize the value of flexible heat loads for integrating renewable energy, 3) understand how load changes affect emissions, and 4) design electricity tariffs to reward flexibility. A range of policies are needed to accelerate the replacement of fossil fuel heating with low-carbon alternatives like heat pumps.
The need to model coupled energy networks to transition to a decarbonized futureLeonardo ENERGY
The document discusses the need to model coupled energy networks to transition to a decarbonized future. It notes that historically energy systems like electricity and gas have been planned independently, but integrating them can reduce costs, increase efficiency, and lower emissions. It presents a software called SAInt that can model multiple energy systems simultaneously. Case studies show how SAInt can analyze issues like security of supply and optimize power-to-gas facilities. The document argues that coordinating different energy networks through modeling is crucial to achieving deep decarbonization goals across sectors.
Global Energy Interconnection Enhances Renewable Energy Development & Regiona...RCREEE
The document discusses global energy interconnection (GEI) and the Global Energy Interconnection Development and Cooperation Organization (GEIDCO). It summarizes GEIDCO's view of GEI as an infrastructure platform to massively develop, transmit, and utilize clean energy worldwide using ultra-high voltage grids and smart grid technology. The document outlines GEIDCO's management structure, membership, and regional offices. It provides examples of cooperation projects between countries to interconnect power grids and develop clean energy. Finally, it presents GEIDCO's proposed roadmap and backbone network for the development of GEI over domestic, intra-continental, and intercontinental phases by 2050.
Quality ventilation is key to achieving healthy buildings introductionSustainableEnergyAut
The document discusses the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland's vision of moving towards a low carbon energy future through using less and cleaner energy and developing new solutions. It notes that energy efficiency is about reducing the amount of energy needed to heat homes and having more efficient ways of generating energy. The document also outlines some EU and Irish government targets around decarbonizing energy supply by 80-95% by 2050, achieving renewable energy sources in heating, and meeting EU energy efficiency and emissions targets for 2020.
Today, lighting control systems are no longer simply a platform for management of public lighting assets. They are a gateway to enable sensors and data analytics and additional value to flow from these assets. As an example, sensor-enabled luminaires can monitor and report on traffic data as well as air quality information, to help better inform our traffic services, city planners, and engaged citizens. Further to this, new technologies and approaches to communications makes realizing and analysing sensor data easier and less complex than ever.
This webinar discusses these topics and more, to help inform about opportunities to enable smart sensors in your city.
Speaker: Adam Chaffey, P.Phys, Technical Director, Smart City Lighting Products at Liveable Cities.
"EU and MENA: Market Potentials and Opportunities for Synergy" PresentationRCREEE
"EU and MENA: Market Potentials and Opportunities for Synergy" RCREEE session's Presentation during the EU sustainable energy week in Brussels.
Read more: http://www.rcreee.org/content/rcreee-brings-mena%E2%80%99s-sustainable-energy-perspective-eu-sustainable-energy-week-registration
This document summarizes energy policy in Wales, including goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase renewable energy production. Key policies outlined are the Climate Change Act of 2008, the Renewable Energy Strategy of 2009, and the Energy Wales plan of 2012. The document also discusses the Welsh government's role in supporting renewable energy given that energy policy is reserved to the UK government. It notes targets to produce 4TWh of renewable electricity by 2010 and 7TWh by 2020 through technologies like wind, hydro, and solar.
Uncertainty due to subsidy cuts has significantly reduced private sector investment in renewable energy projects in Scotland. As a result, the growth in installed renewable energy capacity will be too slow to achieve Scotland's 2020 targets of having 100% of electricity demand and 11% of heat demand met by renewable sources. However, public opinion surveys show that the Scottish public supports reduced reliance on fossil fuels and would accept higher energy bills to facilitate more ambitious climate action. With restored confidence, Scotland's renewable energy sector still shows great promise of meeting its 2020 targets and growing further.
This document discusses embedded generation (EG), which refers to power generation within distribution networks, as an alternative to large centralized power plants. It outlines the benefits of EG such as reduced transmission costs and increased reliability. Renewable energy sources are well-suited for EG due to their scalability and location flexibility. The document then analyzes the potential for renewable EG in Nigeria, noting challenges like a lack of policy support but significant renewable resources. It concludes that smart grids and stakeholder consultation will be key to developing EG further in Nigeria.
The IEA’s Implementing Agreement on Renewable Energy Technology Deployment (IEA-RETD) has commissioned a study on the integration of variable renewable (VRE) generation in the electricity systems (RE-INTEGRATION). The objective of the RE-INTEGRATION study is to generate new insights for key decision makers in governments and private sector regarding the following research questions:
◦What are typical sets of country specific system and regulatory factors that determine the choice of a given portfolio of flexibility options?
◦What does a – case study based – thorough assessment of the portfolios of flexibility options along the different analytical dimensions conclude on the applicability and the effectiveness of the options?
◦What general lessons might be drawn by countries with similar underlying conditions?
The RE-INTEGRATION builds on recent and on-going IEA-RETD and IEA work, in particular IEA-RETD RES-E-NEXT, IEA-RETD RE-COST 1 and IEA GIVAR III.
The study, carried out by Mott MacDonald, U.K., concludes that the continued increase of levels of penetration of VRE technologies requires new policies in order to secure a successful integration of VRE’s into markets and power systems. The study finds that there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach: policy makers will need to tailor their policy interventions to suit their country specific factors, though many VRE integration policies have the additional benefit of promoting efficient markets. Countries with weak interconnection and electrical system flexibility will face the greatest challenge, and so they will need to implement appropriate VRE integration measures at lower levels of VRE penetration.
The Volume I: Main Report outlines the overall approach taken, the background and methodology behind the study and key findings. The study undertook a more detailed analysis, through case studies, of 10 jurisdictions around the globe. The case studies included: Canada (Alberta, Ontario), Denmark, Germany, Great Britain, Ireland, Japan (Hokkaido), Spain and USA (California, Texas (ERCOT)). Detailed information relating to each jurisdiction can be found in Volume II: Case Studies.
This document summarizes a presentation about developing community energy initiatives in Ireland. It discusses how communities can save money and energy through local projects, boost their economies, and contribute to Ireland's energy and climate goals. It provides examples of successful community energy projects in Erris that upgraded buildings and installed solar panels. It also outlines the supports available to communities from organizations like SEAI and the Western Development Commission to develop energy plans, apply for funding, and implement projects that improve efficiency and renewable energy.
Presentation by Marcella Maher Keogh on Better Energy communities at the launch of the Unlocking the energy Efficiency Opportunity report 2015.
The seminar presented new insights including the scale of the energy efficiency opportunity; the costs and benefits of 2020 target achievement; and policy options based on a new analysis of investor behaviour and decision-making.
The launch of the report was accompanied by presentations from exemplar projects from the SEAI energy efficiency programmes and a panel discussion exploring how we might accelerate the pace of retrofit in Ireland. New insights into the attitudes of investors was presented and the multiple benefits of energy efficiency explored.
The document discusses Ireland's potential for marine energy and smart grid technology. It outlines Bord Gáis' Alternative Energy Research Fund which supports research into emerging energy technologies like wind, solar, anaerobic digestion, and ocean/tidal energy. It also discusses Bord Gáis' trials of smart meters and smart home services to provide customers with real-time energy usage information and testing demand response. The document advocates for increased investment in renewable energy and grid infrastructure to meet Ireland's targets and transition to a low-carbon energy system.
The deep retrofit programme in SEAI aims to deliver low energy and healthy homes in Ireland. The team present on the pilot programme to date. Presented at the AIVC and SEAI symposium at the Energy Show.
SEAI - National Energy Research and Policy Conference 2021, Session 1SustainableEnergyAut
The National Transport Authority developed the Regional Modelling System (RMS) to support evidence-based decision making. The RMS integrates transport, land use, and demographic data to model travel demand across Ireland. It allows the NTA to evaluate policies and infrastructure projects, maximize transport system efficiency, and ensure value for money. The RMS was customized for Irish conditions based on extensive data sources. It consists of regional multimodal models that cover all modes of transport nationally.
This document summarizes Zambia's energy policy and development plans as presented by Arnold Milner Simwaba from the Zambian Ministry of Energy and Water Development. It outlines Zambia's national energy policies from 1994 and 2008, as well as plans for expanding electricity generation and access through grid infrastructure development, renewable energy feed-in tariffs, and energy efficiency programs. Key policies and regulations discussed include the national grid code, renewable energy feed-in tariff policy, and strategies around household energy and private sector involvement in energy development.
Heating without the hot air: Principles for smart heat electrificationLeonardo ENERGY
This document discusses principles for smart heat electrification in Europe. It notes that heating accounts for around 50% of energy use in the EU, with 75% currently generated from fossil fuels. The residential sector is most important for space heating. The document outlines four principles for heat electrification: 1) prioritize energy efficiency to reduce costs and enable thermal storage, 2) recognize the value of flexible heat loads for integrating renewable energy, 3) understand how load changes affect emissions, and 4) design electricity tariffs to reward flexibility. A range of policies are needed to accelerate the replacement of fossil fuel heating with low-carbon alternatives like heat pumps.
The need to model coupled energy networks to transition to a decarbonized futureLeonardo ENERGY
The document discusses the need to model coupled energy networks to transition to a decarbonized future. It notes that historically energy systems like electricity and gas have been planned independently, but integrating them can reduce costs, increase efficiency, and lower emissions. It presents a software called SAInt that can model multiple energy systems simultaneously. Case studies show how SAInt can analyze issues like security of supply and optimize power-to-gas facilities. The document argues that coordinating different energy networks through modeling is crucial to achieving deep decarbonization goals across sectors.
Global Energy Interconnection Enhances Renewable Energy Development & Regiona...RCREEE
The document discusses global energy interconnection (GEI) and the Global Energy Interconnection Development and Cooperation Organization (GEIDCO). It summarizes GEIDCO's view of GEI as an infrastructure platform to massively develop, transmit, and utilize clean energy worldwide using ultra-high voltage grids and smart grid technology. The document outlines GEIDCO's management structure, membership, and regional offices. It provides examples of cooperation projects between countries to interconnect power grids and develop clean energy. Finally, it presents GEIDCO's proposed roadmap and backbone network for the development of GEI over domestic, intra-continental, and intercontinental phases by 2050.
Quality ventilation is key to achieving healthy buildings introductionSustainableEnergyAut
The document discusses the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland's vision of moving towards a low carbon energy future through using less and cleaner energy and developing new solutions. It notes that energy efficiency is about reducing the amount of energy needed to heat homes and having more efficient ways of generating energy. The document also outlines some EU and Irish government targets around decarbonizing energy supply by 80-95% by 2050, achieving renewable energy sources in heating, and meeting EU energy efficiency and emissions targets for 2020.
Today, lighting control systems are no longer simply a platform for management of public lighting assets. They are a gateway to enable sensors and data analytics and additional value to flow from these assets. As an example, sensor-enabled luminaires can monitor and report on traffic data as well as air quality information, to help better inform our traffic services, city planners, and engaged citizens. Further to this, new technologies and approaches to communications makes realizing and analysing sensor data easier and less complex than ever.
This webinar discusses these topics and more, to help inform about opportunities to enable smart sensors in your city.
Speaker: Adam Chaffey, P.Phys, Technical Director, Smart City Lighting Products at Liveable Cities.
"EU and MENA: Market Potentials and Opportunities for Synergy" PresentationRCREEE
"EU and MENA: Market Potentials and Opportunities for Synergy" RCREEE session's Presentation during the EU sustainable energy week in Brussels.
Read more: http://www.rcreee.org/content/rcreee-brings-mena%E2%80%99s-sustainable-energy-perspective-eu-sustainable-energy-week-registration
This document summarizes energy policy in Wales, including goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase renewable energy production. Key policies outlined are the Climate Change Act of 2008, the Renewable Energy Strategy of 2009, and the Energy Wales plan of 2012. The document also discusses the Welsh government's role in supporting renewable energy given that energy policy is reserved to the UK government. It notes targets to produce 4TWh of renewable electricity by 2010 and 7TWh by 2020 through technologies like wind, hydro, and solar.
Uncertainty due to subsidy cuts has significantly reduced private sector investment in renewable energy projects in Scotland. As a result, the growth in installed renewable energy capacity will be too slow to achieve Scotland's 2020 targets of having 100% of electricity demand and 11% of heat demand met by renewable sources. However, public opinion surveys show that the Scottish public supports reduced reliance on fossil fuels and would accept higher energy bills to facilitate more ambitious climate action. With restored confidence, Scotland's renewable energy sector still shows great promise of meeting its 2020 targets and growing further.
This document discusses embedded generation (EG), which refers to power generation within distribution networks, as an alternative to large centralized power plants. It outlines the benefits of EG such as reduced transmission costs and increased reliability. Renewable energy sources are well-suited for EG due to their scalability and location flexibility. The document then analyzes the potential for renewable EG in Nigeria, noting challenges like a lack of policy support but significant renewable resources. It concludes that smart grids and stakeholder consultation will be key to developing EG further in Nigeria.
The IEA’s Implementing Agreement on Renewable Energy Technology Deployment (IEA-RETD) has commissioned a study on the integration of variable renewable (VRE) generation in the electricity systems (RE-INTEGRATION). The objective of the RE-INTEGRATION study is to generate new insights for key decision makers in governments and private sector regarding the following research questions:
◦What are typical sets of country specific system and regulatory factors that determine the choice of a given portfolio of flexibility options?
◦What does a – case study based – thorough assessment of the portfolios of flexibility options along the different analytical dimensions conclude on the applicability and the effectiveness of the options?
◦What general lessons might be drawn by countries with similar underlying conditions?
The RE-INTEGRATION builds on recent and on-going IEA-RETD and IEA work, in particular IEA-RETD RES-E-NEXT, IEA-RETD RE-COST 1 and IEA GIVAR III.
The study, carried out by Mott MacDonald, U.K., concludes that the continued increase of levels of penetration of VRE technologies requires new policies in order to secure a successful integration of VRE’s into markets and power systems. The study finds that there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach: policy makers will need to tailor their policy interventions to suit their country specific factors, though many VRE integration policies have the additional benefit of promoting efficient markets. Countries with weak interconnection and electrical system flexibility will face the greatest challenge, and so they will need to implement appropriate VRE integration measures at lower levels of VRE penetration.
The Volume I: Main Report outlines the overall approach taken, the background and methodology behind the study and key findings. The study undertook a more detailed analysis, through case studies, of 10 jurisdictions around the globe. The case studies included: Canada (Alberta, Ontario), Denmark, Germany, Great Britain, Ireland, Japan (Hokkaido), Spain and USA (California, Texas (ERCOT)). Detailed information relating to each jurisdiction can be found in Volume II: Case Studies.
On 14 March, ESRI researcher Desta Fitiwi presented the Electricity Network and Generation INvEstment (ENGINE) in a joint seminar with the Energy Systems Integration Partnership Programme (ESIPP). The model can be used to answer different policy-related questions pertaining to the least-cost development of power systems in the island of Ireland and beyond. More information is available here: https://www.esri.ie/events/the-engine-model-determining-optimal-development-of-the-irish-electricity-sector-under
Renewable Integration & Energy Strage Smart Grid Pilot ProjectPartha Deb
The document discusses a roadmap for integrating renewable energy through large-scale energy storage in Puducherry's smart grid pilot project. It provides background on India's renewable energy targets and challenges of integrating intermittent renewables. The objectives are to develop a techno-commercial model to guide decisions on energy storage and set up India's first 5MW grid-integrated energy storage pilot project. Different energy storage technologies are compared and international case studies presented, including a wind/solar plus storage project in China. The document models how energy storage could improve a renewable energy plant's capacity utilization factor and revenue by storing excess power for sale during peak periods.
CCXG Oct 2019 Electricity sector opportunities for more ambitious NDCs - Mand...OECD Environment
The document discusses opportunities for South Africa's electricity sector to contribute more ambitious emissions reduction targets. It provides context on Eskom, the state-owned electricity utility which generates 95% of South Africa's electricity primarily from coal. While Eskom has implemented some emissions reduction programs, the summary suggests the sector could do more through further diversification, just transition measures, and aligning with global climate goals.
Norela Constantinescu, European Commission: Maghrenov kickoff, barcelona Day 1Maghrenov
This document discusses key principles and challenges for the European Union's energy system and research and innovation post-2020, including: looking at the entire energy system, bridging research/innovation with energy policy, better use of financial resources, keeping options open, and connecting endogenous resources. It emphasizes integration across the energy efficiency, competitive/sustainable energy system, flexibility/security, active consumer participation, and market/demonstration areas. The document also discusses integrating innovation along the technology lifecycle from research to market uptake and integrating actions at the European, regional and local levels.
Edinburgh | May-16 | Energy Storage and Universal Access to Modern Energy Se...Smart Villages
DFID is working to expand access to affordable clean energy in developing countries through research and innovation programs. Key challenges include the high cost of energy storage and integrating variable renewable sources like solar into electric grids. DFID supports projects like Transforming Energy Access that test new technologies and business models for off-grid energy delivery. Energy storage projects funded through Innovate UK aim to lower battery costs and develop other storage solutions like hydrogen. Addressing the barriers to effective and low-cost energy storage is a priority for expanding energy access in developing nations.
Francisco uses successful integration experiences in islands to demonstrate that the challenges of high RE penetration can be overcome. Reliable and efficient supply of electricity is possible, if a consistent planning process, considering the particularities of each island, takes place. This presentation shows how IRENA have used grid integration studies to support, at a global level, the planning of the technical aspects related to the operation of the power grids in Small Island Developing States.
ICTs to Reduce Energy Consumption and GHG Emissions.pptssuseradc0be1
This document discusses using information and communication technologies (ICTs) to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Egypt. It outlines opportunities for applying ICTs in the built environment in Egypt to identify their role in energy efficiency and GHG reduction, study applicable energy efficiency measures in buildings, and assess the role of ICTs for smart grids and demand-side management. Energy demand in Egypt could outstrip fossil fuel production by 2050 if no changes are made, and ICTs can have the greatest impact in areas like smart grids, smart buildings, transportation, and smart cities.
This document discusses using information and communication technologies (ICTs) to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Egypt. It outlines opportunities for applying ICTs in the built environment in Egypt to identify their role in energy efficiency and GHG reduction, study applicable energy efficiency measures in buildings, and assess the role of ICTs for smart grids and demand-side management. Energy demand in Egypt could outstrip fossil fuel production by 2050 if no changes are made, and ICTs can have the greatest impact in areas like smart grids, smart buildings, transportation, and smart cities.
Closing the Deal - Selling Solar to Commercial CustomersAlternergy
Presentation by Rajiv Bhatia of Alternergy on how to sell solar PV to commercial customers. UK solar rooftop market, challenges & opportunities, return on investment, selling to the customer, installer success factors.
This document summarizes Morocco's energy efficiency strategy and policies. It outlines that Morocco aims to achieve energy savings of 4 million tons of oil equivalent per year by 2020 and 6 million tons by 2030 through efficiency programs. Key aspects of Morocco's approach include establishing an enabling policy framework, promoting energy service companies, and addressing barriers to energy efficiency through program design while limiting subsidies and institutional intervention.
The Transmission Annual Planning Report (TAPR) Forum provides advanced information to National Electricity Market participants and interested parties on NSW energy demand projections; emerging constraints in the NSW network, information on completed, committed and planned expansion, and proposed network developments over the next five years.
Energy systems & power systems modelling, Comparing Experiences in Ireland an...IEA-ETSAP
This document compares energy and power system modeling in Ireland and Japan. It outlines:
1) Context on energy use, emissions and renewable targets in both countries.
2) Modeling tools used in each country, including OPGM and DNE21 models in Japan and TIMES and PLEXOS models in Ireland.
3) Results of linking OPGM and DNE21 in Japan, showing reduced PV integration. Results in Ireland show reduced wind integration when linking TIMES and PLEXOS.
4) Planned next steps include data exchange, building comparable models, and cross-validating results between the two countries.
The document outlines New Zealand's Energy Research Strategy, which was developed to guide investment in energy research and development. It identifies key issues in electricity, transport, industrial, residential, and system-wide energy that require local R&D to address risks and opportunities. These include security of electricity supply, emissions reductions, increasing geothermal energy, long-distance transport options, low-carbon industrial processes, keeping homes warm and dry affordably, and growing New Zealand's energy research capabilities. The strategy will underpin funding of $27 million annually for research programmes in areas like electricity storage, renewable generation, transport fuels, and building efficiency to cut emissions from the energy system.
This document discusses the GENCOMM project which aims to improve energy security in remote communities through the generation and storage of hydrogen from renewable sources like wind and solar power. It outlines the objectives and work packages of the project which include developing an energy trading model, installing an electrolyzer and hydrogen storage facility, and exploring uses for hydrogen like fuel cells and power-to-gas applications. The overall goal is to create an energy system that utilizes hydrogen as an energy carrier to provide electricity, heating and transportation fuels from local renewable resources in order to reduce curtailment and improve efficiency.
Energy efficiency program for the state of kuwaitRCREEE
The document outlines Kuwait's energy efficiency program. It discusses Kuwait's hot climate and heavy reliance on air conditioning. It then summarizes Kuwait's energy code of practice, which has saved over 4.5 billion KD since being implemented in 1983. Energy auditing programs have reduced peak power demand and energy consumption in various buildings. A centralized demand side management system allows remote monitoring and control of buildings to optimize energy use. Finally, the Kuwait Institute for Scientific Research's energy efficiency technologies program aims to improve efficiency in power stations, buildings, and industry through various research and pilot projects.
ITM Power (AIM: ITM), the energy storage and clean fuel company, announces its audited results for the
year ended 30 April 2014. The Company currently has £6.550m of projects under contract.
Summary
Commercial Progress in year
- £5.140m of projects under contract at year end
- Won £2.800m contract to supply three refuelling stations in London
- A total of £2.000m refueller build contracts won with Californian Energy Commission
- Thüga Group’s Power-to-Gas plant officially commissioned and operational on schedule
- Successful injection of hydrogen into the German gas grid
- Participation in the UK, US, Swiss and French Hydrogen Infrastructure Programmes
- Optimisation of standard product platforms and reduction in standard product cost
- Partnership with NRM, Germany for Power-to-Gas projects
-Gas network optimisation contract with AMEC and National Grid
Full release here: http://www.itm-power.com/news-item/results-for-the-year-ended-30-april-2014/
SEAI Business Decarbonisation Supports SSRH and EXEED Schemes launch SustainableEnergyAut
This document provides an overview and updates to Ireland's Support Scheme for Renewable Heat (SSRH) and Excellence in Energy Efficient Design (EXEED) programmes. It discusses expanding the SSRH scheme to new sectors and fuel types. Support levels for heat pumps and biomass/biogas tariffs will increase. The EXEED programme will remove its "Shadow Price of Carbon" test and increase the maximum grant to €3 million. Both programmes aim to rapidly increase renewable heat and energy efficiency upgrades in businesses and public buildings to help meet Ireland's 2030 emissions targets.
The National Transport Authority is taking actions to decarbonize public transport in Ireland through strategies, funding, and infrastructure projects. This includes electrifying rail services, investing in light rail and bus projects, and transitioning bus fleets to lower emission vehicles like electric and hybrid buses. The goal is to support a 51% reduction in transport emissions by 2030 while enabling more sustainable travel options. Challenges remain in fully closing the emissions gap, and demand management may be needed through policies like congestion charges.
Our business team at SEAI will take you through education supports, energy audit voucher,s and grant supports for businesses who want to save energy and reduce their bills. You will also learn about how you can fund your renewable energy transition.
The SEAI Fellowship pilot programme will provide the opportunity for postdoctoral or experienced researchers to apply for research fellowship positions based within SEAI.
This document summarizes an event held by SEAI (Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland) to launch their 2022 Energy in Ireland report. It included presentations on past definitive annual energy data, provisional monthly energy data, energy modelling projections, price trends, and geographic energy mapping. The event provided an overview of Ireland's energy system, insights into annual and monthly energy trends, and the perspective of meeting future carbon budgets and renewable energy targets. Attendees could ask questions in a chat function that SEAI would respond to and potentially address in a Q&A session.
This document summarizes a briefing for registered energy auditors on the Support Scheme for Energy Audits (SSEA) in Ireland. Over 1550 energy audit vouchers have been issued to date, with Dublin receiving the most. There are now 138 registered energy auditors participating in the program. The briefing covered energy audit reports, recommendations, data collection, and proposed changes to the program for 2023, including limiting vouchers to one per applicant and excluding transport costs from the €10,000 energy spending threshold. The 2023 budget for the program will remain €2 million.
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This document outlines information about the Reduce Your Use Initiative for the public sector in Ireland. It provides details on the mandated actions under the initiative, which include establishing maximum heating periods, minimum heating temperatures of 19 degrees, switching off external lighting between 5-7pm, occupying the smallest possible space, reducing electricity use at peak times, and conducting energy assessments and audits. It also discusses tracking progress under the initiative and answers common questions about implementing the mandated actions.
The document provides information about developing Climate Action Roadmaps for public sector bodies in Ireland. It discusses:
- The Climate Action Mandate requiring public bodies to produce roadmaps by the end of 2022.
- Guidance being provided by SEAI and EPA on completing the roadmaps, including key areas to cover and timeline requirements.
- The SEAI Gap to Target tool which helps organizations understand their emissions reduction targets and map pathways to achieving them by 2030.
- Supports available from SEAI like partnership managers and advisors to help organizations populate the tool and develop actions for their roadmaps.
This webinar will help you understand:
How to reduce your energy use and bills this winter.
SEAI supports and grants to help you further reduce costs and move away from fossil fuels.
How to fund your renewable energy transition.
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The document discusses societal engagement and public participation in Ireland's Climate Action Plan. It outlines how previous public consultations have informed climate policy and the importance of continuing meaningful public engagement. It describes the National Dialogue on Climate Action, which aims to establish an evidence-based model for public participation in climate policy through activities that improve climate literacy, empower communities, and inform policymaking through research. The goal is to build a new social contract between the government and public around climate action through collaborative and inclusive engagement.
This document provides information about an upcoming invitation to tender (ITT) for SEAI's Schools' Workshop Programme. It outlines the timeline for the tender, structure in four lots, current models of workshop delivery, and centres currently involved in delivery. The estimated budget and duration of contracts awarded through the tender are also included. The ITT aims to expand the capacity and reach of the energy and climate education workshops provided to schools across Ireland.
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This document discusses engaging communities in offshore wind projects. It emphasizes the importance of working with communities through fair and meaningful engagement to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes. It discusses how recognizing affected communities, ensuring just procedures, and distributing benefits fairly can help achieve energy justice. Key aspects include identifying communities in relation to impacts and benefits, engaging communities early through co-production and inclusivity, and feeding back results while making changes based on input. Distributing benefits widely based on ability, rather than assuming monetary benefits can "buy" support, is also discussed as important for a just transition to clean energy.
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Presentations from:
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Session 1 - National Energy Research and Policy Conference 2022SustainableEnergyAut
This document discusses supporting energy communities to lead societal transformation towards a zero carbon future in Ireland. It outlines some existing SEAI programs that support communities, including Sustainable Energy Communities, Better Energy Communities, and Renewable Energy Communities. It envisions communities having access to reliable funding and resources to undertake local climate action projects that provide enduring community benefits. Key challenges discussed include building local capacity, achieving consensus on climate priorities, and balancing structured models with flexibility. Important research areas include appropriate community roles, financial instruments, and ensuring an inclusive people-first approach.
This is a stakeholder engagement webinar in relation to identifying a suitable energy education service provider(s), to provide Management and Administrative Services to support the delivery of the SEAI School Workshop Programme.
The webinar will outline how SEAI can help and support committed public bodies now and in the long term to achieve 2030 targets. SEAI are delighted to have Jan Rosenow, Director of European Programmes at the Regulatory Assistance Project, addressing the current drivers for climate action and why it is an imperative strategic concern for all businesses, public and private. Peter Smyth, Assistant National director in the HSE Capital and Estates Department will cover their journey from ad hoc once-off projects dependent on annual budgets, to a strategic HSE Infrastructure Decarbonisation Roadmap.
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4. UK and Irish Government plans
Power System 2020
75% SNSP 40% RES-E
700 MW Demand Side
5.5 GW Wind/Solar
1000 MW IC
30 TWh Demand (IE)
5.5 GW Peak (IE)
5. How did we get here?
2008 2010 2012 2014 2016 2018 2020
Facilitation of
Renewables Studies
2020
DS3 Programme
Established
Grid Code, ROCOF &
System Services identified
All Island WSAT
55% SNSP
Phase 1 System
Services
Implemented
Control Centre
Tools
75% SNSP, 40%
RES-E, <6%
curtailment
10. The Strategy Pyramid (full)
Power System 2030
>95% SNSP 70% RES-E
1500 MW Demand Side
15 GW Wind/Solar
2200 MW IC
45 TWh Demand (IE)
6.8 GW Peak (IE)
11. Six Dimensions
How will we get there?
• Connect 10 GW of renewable generation
• Reinforce the grid & build further interconnection
• Complete technical analysis for 2030
• Break technical barriers
• Develop and implement System Services for 2030
• Implement grid optimisation solutions
• New control centre tools
• Market evolution
12. Challenges
• Connecting renewables and building grid
• National & European policy
• Future market design / pricing
• Connection property right / flexible demand
• Forecast uncertainty – hours/days
• Lower electromagnetism
• TSO/DSO engagement critical to success
• Alignment with Northern Ireland
13. Research Needs
• EirGrid is looking for partnerships – Industry and Academia
• Applied research required
Applicable to TSO & DSO
Research should pull the industry with it
• Pioneering innovation – Ireland needs to take lead
World with no synchronous generation
Grid build challenges
Active consumers
• Low magnetism systems research required
14. Policy Needs
• Implementing certain energy policies may bring challenges
• All Island policy making critical to an All Island Power System
• Market design when incremental cost of electricity is zero?
System Services needs to be centre of design
Adequate capacity required for when wind “does not blow”
• Redesign of Use of System tariffs needed
• Holistic approach to energy policy required