1. Expert Workshop 4th March 2016, WIFO
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The physical layer of a deepened structural modeling approach (Tier 1) Functionality focused modeling of energy related emissions
Expert Workshop
4th March 2016, WIFO

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What could the deepened structural modeling approach mean for the energy system?

3. The energy system: The conventional "black box" approach
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Presumed causalities between economic activities/prices and energy flows
Typically poor representation of technologies, behaviour

4. A deepened structural modelling approach of the energy system (1)
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Detailed analysis of the structure of the energy system
Modelling the whole energy chain
Starting from energy related functionalities provided by the interaction of stocks and flows

5. A deepened structural modelling approach of the energy system (2)
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Tier 1
Physical layer

6. Next research steps (1) ClimTrans2050
Deepening the functionality approach to energy modeling
Developing operational indicators for energy related functionalities: supporting information for obtaining a better understanding of thermal, mechanical and specific electric energy related functionalities (energy services)
Identifying gaps in currently available databases and developing proposals for improving data collection activities: databases need to be extended with respect to the concept of functionalities
Designing model modules for specific energy related functionalities: Tackling the complexities of specific functionalities, as in the case of shelter the role of temperature, lighting, and communication facilities
Collecting a knowledge base about technologies which are relevant for the transition to low-energy and low-carbon structures: evaluation with respect to energy productivity, energy sources and emissions along the cascade structure

7. Next research steps (2) ClimTrans2050
Modeling the linkage between Tier 1 and 2
Providing the details on technologies and investments
Impacts of these investments on energy productivity and energy demand and operating costs
Modeling the impact of these investments on other sectors of the economy including energy demand and related emissions
Modeling the impact of Tier 3 on Tier 1
Evaluating for energy related decisions the relevance of economic instruments (taxes, subsidies), prices and income and income distribution, command and control regulations (standards, zoning regulations)
Drivers for innovative technologies and business models

8. Thank you for your attention
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Thank you for your attention