Designing a model for the global energy system-GENeSYS-MOD: An application of the Open-Source Energy Modeling System (OSeMOSYS)
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This paper develops a path for the global energy system up to 2050, presenting a new application of the open-source energy modeling system (OSeMOSYS) to the community. It allows quite disaggregate energy and emission analysis: Global Energy System Model (GENeSYS-MOD) uses a system of linear equations of the energy system to search for lowest-cost solutions for a secure energy supply, given externally defined constraints, mainly in terms of CO2-emissions. The general algebraic modeling system (GAMS) version of OSeMOSYS is updated to the newest version and, in addition, extended and enhanced to include e.g., a modal split for transport, an improved trading system, and changes to storages. The model can be scaled from small-scale applications, e.g., a company, to cover the global energy system. The paper also includes an application of GENeSYS-MOD to analyze decarbonization scenarios at the global level, broken down into 10 regions. Its main focus is on interdependencies between traditionally segregated sectors: Electricity, transportation, and heating; which are all included in the model. Model calculations suggests that in order to achieve the 1.5-2 °C target, a combination of renewable energy sources provides the lowest-cost solution, solar photovoltaic being the dominant source. Average costs of electricity generation in 2050 are about 4 cents/kWh (excluding infrastructure and transportation costs).
Original language | English |
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Article number | 1468 |
Journal | Energies |
Volume | 10 |
Issue number | 10 |
Number of pages | 28 |
ISSN | 1996-1073 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 01.10.2017 |
Externally published | Yes |
Bibliographical note
We acknowledge support by the German Research Foundation and the Open Access Publication Funds of Technische Universität Berlin.
- Economics - Decarbonization, Energy policy, Energy system modeling, Energy transition, OSeMOSYS, Renewables