Optimization in computerized energy modelling for Tanzania

M.L. Luhanga, M.J. Mwandosya and P.R. Luteganya

Energy, 1993, vol. 18, issue 11, 1171-1179

Abstract: An overview of energy planning research is presented on implementation of the LEAP model for Tanzania through the use of optimization models in combination with a forecasting program. Two models were developed in the research. The first determines the optimum mix of energy resources at minimum cost. The second seeks the optimum number of end-use biomass devices and hectares of land to be afforested to minimize the woodfuel deficit. The second model was tested using data for Dar es Salaam only. The output of a forecasting program was fed into optimization models the outputs of which were entered into LEAP. The LEAP model is run using optimal and non-optimal inputs for comparison. The results prove the hypothesis that energy planning with the LEAP model is more effective if the model is complemented by optimization models.

Date: 1993
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DOI: 10.1016/0360-5442(93)90089-V

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