The German Research Network on Energy Systems Analysis

Abstract

In 2015 the German Ministry of Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi) introduced seven research networks for energy research. One of them is the Research Network for Energy System Analysis. Aim of this research platform is to strengthen networking between scientists and to increase the transparency and comparability of modelling tools. The research network serves as an open forum for (interdisciplinary) exchange on different questions of energy system analysis, forecasting, simulation and medium/long term energy scenarios. The members cover a wide range of academic institutions, universities, research centers and institutions as well as companies and other organizations. The research network is organized in five working groups. In 2017 the working groups contributed to the 7th Renewable Energies Act of Germany. In addition, a joint three year model comparison experiment is planned to start in 2019 including 38 models and 6 focus subjects. The German Research Network for Energy System Analysis will develop future research topics, new methods and standards. Aiming to improve the interaction within the research community, we seek to establish a stronger link between the national network(s) and the European network for energy system modelling.