Accessible Modeling of the German Energy Transition: An Open, Compact, and Validated Model

Julia Barbosa, Christopher Ripp and Florian Steinke
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Julia Barbosa: Energy Information Networks & Systems, Technical University Darmstadt, 64283 Darmstadt, Germany
Christopher Ripp: Energy Information Networks & Systems, Technical University Darmstadt, 64283 Darmstadt, Germany
Florian Steinke: Energy Information Networks & Systems, Technical University Darmstadt, 64283 Darmstadt, Germany

Energies, 2021, vol. 14, issue 23, 1-18

Abstract: We present an easily accessible model for dispatch and expansion planning of the German multi-modal energy system from today until 2050. The model can be used with low efforts while comparing favorably with historic data and other studies of future developments. More specifically, the model is based on a linear programming partial equilibrium framework and uses a compact set of technologies to ease the comprehension for new modelers. It contains all equations and parameters needed, with the data sources and model assumptions documented in detail. All code and data are openly accessible and usable. The model can reproduce today’s energy mix and its CO 2 emissions with deviations below 10%. The generated energy transition path, for an 80% CO 2 reduction scenario until 2050, is consistent with leading studies on this topic. Our work thus summarizes the key insights of previous works and can serve as a validated and ready-to-use platform for other modelers to examine additional hypotheses.

Keywords: energy system model; energy conversion; energy transition (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q Q0 Q4 Q40 Q41 Q42 Q43 Q47 Q48 Q49 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2021
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