Implementation of Demand Response Programs in Various Countries and Its Impact on the Bulk Power System Reliability
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2024-07
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I.O.E
Abstract
Over recent decades, electricity systems have adopted demand-side participation features, including distributed generation, storage, and DR, recognized globally as vital for reliable power supply. Despite increasing electricity demand requiring robust infrastructure, DR effectively mitigates peak power scarcity by load redistribution, aligning with price fluctuations. This thesis explores diverse DR programs, originating from the late 1980s, with ongoing global research on efficacy and challenges in power market implementation. Utilizing MATLAB for coding and PSSE for power flow solutions, the thesis has two main objectives: investigating DR practices worldwide and integrating a DR model into a widely used RBTS 6-bus system for analysis.
Peak demand assessment is pivotal, evaluating power system reliability indices within a reduced peak network context. The thesis introduces a comprehensive DR model, incorporating consumer behavior across scenarios and rationality levels, with Price Elasticity Matrices (PEMs) guiding DR calculation. Results indicate enhanced system reliability, supporting further demand management, especially through major DR programs. The thesis emphasizes tailored demand-side management approaches based on consumer categories, highlighting the importance of Incentive-based DR (IBDR)
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Over recent decades, electricity systems have adopted demand-side participation features, including distributed generation, storage, and DR, recognized globally as vital for reliable power supply. Despite increasing electricity demand requiring robust infrastructure, DR effectively mitigates peak power scarcity by load redistribution, aligning with price fluctuations.
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MATLAB, Electricity systems, Price Elasticity Matrices (PEMs), Incentive-based DR (IBDR)