Optimal Energy Resource Control in Congested Areas: A Stochastic Resource Dispatch Optimization Model Considering Flexible Robust Constraints

Future energy systems are expected to rely increasingly more on distributed energy resources (DER). Prosumers that own energy resources such as photovoltaic (PV) generation and energy storage systems, will play a crucial role in the realization of DER’s in future power systems. Limited grid connections due to local electricity congestion make it...

The effect of residential batteries on medium voltage substations: A socio-technical analysis of the emergence of residential batteries in the Netherlands

This report presents an analysis of the emergence of residential batteries from a consumer’s perspective and their effect on the load peak of the distribution grid. First, the future of residential batteries was evaluated in social and technical context by mapping the present situation, its trends, and its possible drivers. Three different...

Using A Case and An Analytical framework to Explore The Planning Challenges of The Dutch DSO

The predestined energy transition will induce major changes in the energy system. As demand for electricity is expected to rise, the electricity grid expansion by the DSO is viewed as an essential aspect in the transition. It is argued that the DSO currently face two major challenges; an increased workload, and ageing and scarcity of personnel....

An analysis of the effect of regulation, investment uncer­tainty and actor network on the investment behaviour of Dutch distribution system operators

This thesis represents the culmination of six months of research into the investment behavior of Dutch DSO’s in the context of the energy transition. Through a combination of interviews, analyses of annual reports and a qualitative analyses based on principal-agent theory, I tried to find the effect of the actor network, regulatory regime and...

Accelerating the energy transition through corporate venturing at Dutch distribution system operators

The main research question that this research seeks to answer is: What are the factors that are perceived to be important for the performance of venturing units at Dutch distribution network operators? Factors found in the literature that impact the performance of this venturing units can be divided into three parts: factors from an...

Depressurizing green gas: Analizing the status quo of green gas injection and finding possible facilitating roles for Alliander

There is an increased interest in green gas injection, when looking at both governmental policies and requests for green gas injection made to Dutch gas distribution system operator Liander. Alliander, as a holding, owns network operator Liander. Alliander strives for a more social role in helping society achieve its (sustainable) goals, and...

Smart Grid Development, designing an institutional framework for a Smart Grid in Pingdi, Shenzhen, China

Smart Grids are able to rigorously change the current electricity system. Currently pilot project are implemented and the next step is to embed Smart Grids into the electricity system. This requires new institutions, because of the new possibilities of a Smart Grid. There are two challenges to embed the Smart Grid into a town in Shenzhen where...