Abstract
The Dutch government is committed to reducing its dependence on fuel imports and promoting sustainable practices, which has led to plans to move away from
gas-powered heating systems towards alternative heat sources such as district heating or electric heat pumps. In this heat transition, DHM provides advice and leadership for investment decisions, particularly at the municipal level. Key considerations include the transition costs, choice of heat commodity, and necessary infrastructure.
This project explores three decision-making models that aim to minimize social costs in an objective manner: Monte Carlo simulations, energy hubs, and mathematical programs. The results of this study can be used as a starting point for further research to support a sustainable and cost-effective heat transition.
gas-powered heating systems towards alternative heat sources such as district heating or electric heat pumps. In this heat transition, DHM provides advice and leadership for investment decisions, particularly at the municipal level. Key considerations include the transition costs, choice of heat commodity, and necessary infrastructure.
This project explores three decision-making models that aim to minimize social costs in an objective manner: Monte Carlo simulations, energy hubs, and mathematical programs. The results of this study can be used as a starting point for further research to support a sustainable and cost-effective heat transition.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Scientific Proceedings of the Study Group Mathematics with Industry SWI 2023 |
Editors | Julian Koellermeier, Pieter Tibboel, Stephan Trenn |
Publisher | Studiegroep Wiskunde met de Industrie |
Chapter | 3 |
Pages | 37 - 92 |
Number of pages | 56 |
Publication status | Published - 2023 |
Event | SWI 2023 - Academy Building University of Groningen, Groningen, Netherlands Duration: 30 Jan 2023 → 3 Feb 2023 |
Conference
Conference | SWI 2023 |
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Abbreviated title | SWI 2023 |
Country/Territory | Netherlands |
City | Groningen |
Period | 30/01/23 → 3/02/23 |
Keywords
- heat transition
- cost minimization
- Monte Carlo methods
- energy hubs
- mixed integer program