Evolution of baseline energy consumption and energy related CO2 emissions in Greece on the basis of alternative energy prices scenarios
PROCEEDINGS OF THE 7TH INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY, VOLS A AND B
Authors: Mirasgedis, S; Sarafidis, Y; Georgopoulou, E; Adamopoulou, N; Lalas, DP
Abstract
This study seeks to assess the baseline future demand for energy and the trajectory of CO2 emissions level in Greece, taking into account possible fluctuations in international energy prices as well as potential scenarios for restructuring the taxation system of energy products. The conclusions of the study are based on analysis done with ENPEP, an engineering bottom-up model that employs a market-based simulation approach to project future energy supply/demand balances and the associated air emissions. The study concludes that CO2 emissions from the Greek energy sector are to increase by 43.5%-44.1 % in 2010 compared to 1990 levels. In addition, it is clearly depicted that whereas the examined scenarios of energy prices fluctuation alter significantly the energy consumption pattern in Greece, it does not have considerable impact on the increase rate of CO2 emissions.
Electric power system expansion planning
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT OF ENERGY, WATER AND ENVIRONMENT SYSTEMS
Authors: Kovacina, T; Dedovic, E
Abstract
Electric Power System Expansion Planning is very important, not only for the state economy but also for the overall social development. The paper presents the general view of the expansion planning concept with minimum costs "The Least Cost Planning" that is characteristic for the monopolistic system which in open electricity systems transforms in minimising the prices because of better competition and maximising the profit as a main criterion of the market. Also, there are presented some world known models and program packages for electric power system expansion planning: ENPEP, GTMax and PRAO. The paper is done with respect of the fact that the central goal of sustainable development is: "Maintenance or increase the overall assets (natural, man-made and human or social assets) available to future generations, with minimising consumption of finite resources and not exceeding the carrying capacities of Eco-systems". Energy is essential for sustainable development [1].