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Investigation into the Performance of Aluminum Wound Distribution Transformers

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Wed, 05/22/2013 - 20:31

The stresses responsible for transformer failures, creep behavior of aluminum conductor, operating conditions, frequent magnetic inrush current and their effects on the life of distribution transformer (DTs) are being investigated. It is being investigated by conducting experiments that hot spot temperature, creep behavior of aluminum conductor, and frequent switching of DTs in the field may be responsible for excessive failures.

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The end-users as starting point for designing dynamic pricing approaches to change household energy consumption behaviours

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Fri, 05/10/2013 - 16:54

Introduction

The increasing deployment of intermittent resources, decentralised generation, and the expectation of further electrification pose a number of challenges to DSOs and TSOs in relation to the balance of supply and demand. The increasing interest in demand reduction and demand shifting has resulted in discussions about how dynamic pricing can be used to best encourage household end-users to change their energy behaviours - more specifically to shift (and reduce) energy consumption.

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International Energy Agency - Photovoltaic Power Systems 2012 Annual Report

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Mon, 05/06/2013 - 22:09

As a leading international network of expertise, IEA PVPS has the mission to cooperate on a global level in this rapidly evolving technology area.

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Panorama of the European non-residential construction sector

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Sven Schimschar

Tue, 04/23/2013 - 16:38

The present study provides background information about the European non-residential building stock, to be used for the assessment of the market potential of building energy technologies.

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Incentives to improve energy efficiency in EU Grids

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Georgios Papaef...

Mon, 04/22/2013 - 14:55

This paper investigates the energy efficiency aspects in the network design and operation based on the Energy Efficiency Directive (2012/27/EU) and its provisions related to network tariffs and regulation.

The analysis on the possible technical efficiency measures to reduce losses (chapter 2), shows that a variety of both equipment replacement and operational improvements can lead to greater efficiency.

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Shining Sun and Blissful Wind: Access to ICT Solutions in Rural Sub-Saharan Africa Through Access to Renewable Sources

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Sun, 04/14/2013 - 20:56

Africa is witnessing a trente glorieuses. Nonetheless, high oil prices coupled with global warming concerns have necessitated the development of renewable energy throughout Africa. Much of Africa understands these concerns, but incentive structures should be set so that states continue to diversify their energy supply.

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A Snapshot of Global PV 1992 / 2012 - IEA PVPS Programme

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Thu, 04/11/2013 - 19:48

After several years of the PV market’s rapid growth, 2012 has been a year of market consolidation. In total, about 28.4 GW of PV capacity were installed in the IEA PVPS countries and the major other markets during 2012 (2011: 28.9 GW; 2010: 16.7 GW). This raised the total installed capacity in IEA PVPS countries close to 89.5 GW with another estimated 7 GW of capacity installed in other major countries.

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The need and necessity of an EU-wide renewable energy target for 2030

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Mon, 04/08/2013 - 17:47

In 2020, some leading EU energy and climate policies will expire. At present, the EU and its Member States are discussing the design of a post-2020 policy portfolio regarding greenhouse gas emissions and low-carbon energy. The central question is: which portfolio provides the most cost-efficient pathways towards a low-carbon energy system by 2050? This paper addresses the need and necessity of an EU-wide renewable energy target for 2030.

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The Challenge of Institutional Investment in Renewable Energy

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Tue, 04/02/2013 - 14:31

A report by the Climate Policy Initiative

Institutional investors, which together manage assets of over $70 trillion, often have investment objectives that are aligned with the investment profile of infrastructure. At first glance, access to this large pool of capital and the alignment of objectives should help lower the costs of financing renewable energy.

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Best Practices in Designing and Implementing Energy Efficiency Obligation Schemes

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Wed, 03/27/2013 - 15:52

An energy efficiency obligation (EEO) is a regulatory mechanism that requires obligated parties to meet quantitative energy saving targets by delivering or procuring eligible energy savings produced by implementing approved end-use energy efficiency measures. The requirement to meet quantitative energy saving targets distinguishes EEOs from other similar mechanisms, such as a general requirement to acquire all cost effective energy efficiency with no target specified.

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Spreading the Net: the Multiple Benefits of Energy Efficiency Improvements

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Wed, 03/20/2013 - 16:43

Improving energy efficiency has long been advocated as a way to increase the productivity and sustainability of society, primarily through the delivery of energy savings. The impact of energy efficiency measures can go far beyond energy savings, and energy efficiency improvements can be an important contributor to economic growth and social development.

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Nearly Zero-Energy Buildings and Offsite Renewables

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Andreas Hermelink

Tue, 03/05/2013 - 14:38

The energy performance of buildings is key for reaching the European Union’s very ambitious climate targets. “Nearly zero energy building (nZEB)” is the term for a building standard that complies with this ambition. Living in 2013 we have 8 years to go until every single Member State will have to build every single new building as nearly zero energy building, and even only 6 years to go for nearly zero energy public buildings.

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The state of DSM in 2012

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Tue, 01/22/2013 - 14:11

The year 2012 was a year of transition for the IEA Demand-Side Management Implementing Agreement. It was the last year of our current term and so we started the process of applying for an extension from the CERT.

For the Implementing Agreement that is more than going through the motions. We looked back, evaluated our work and now we are designing the path for the next five years.

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The Scope for Electricity & Carbon Saving in the EU through the use of EPM Technologies

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Thu, 01/10/2013 - 15:46

Electromagnetic processing of materials (EPM) provides significant opportunities for saving primary energy and reducing carbon emissions in industrial thermal processes. The use of electricity for industrial thermal processes has a current market share of around 10% in Europe and is divided in numerous different applications and industrial branches, where today the share between fossil fuel and electricity used as the end energy carrier is absolute different.

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Position paper regarding the proposed regulation in the EU w.r.t. ecodesign requirements for transformers

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Fri, 12/07/2012 - 18:06

Transmission losses in European networks vary between 1 and 2.6% of electricity generated. Distribution losses can be as high as 11.7%. On average, 7% of electricity is lost in T&D networks, making losses the single biggest electricity use in any member state.

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Wind Generator Technology

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Jose Ignacio Briano

Tue, 11/27/2012 - 22:00

This White Paper starts with an overview of the expected evolutions in the wind market. The initial boom in the global onshore wind market lies behind us, with a growth rate of 31% between 2005 and 2010. That said, the market is expected to continue its growth in the subsequent three years, with a projected growth rate of 12%. The strongest growth for onshore wind power is predicted for countries outside of Europe.

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Cable Conductor Sizing for Minimum Life Cycle Cost

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Bruno De Wachter

Tue, 08/14/2012 - 18:38

Energy prices are high and expected to rise. All CO₂ emissions are being scrutinized by regulators as well as by public opinion. As a result, energy management has become a key factor in almost every business. To get the most out of each kilowatt-hour, appliances must be carefully evaluated for their energy efficiency.

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Time-Varying and Dynamic Rate Design

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Wed, 08/08/2012 - 10:35

This report (from RAP) discusses important issues in the design and deployment of time-varying rates. The term, time-varying rates, is used in this report as encompassing traditional time-of-use rates (such as time-of-day rates and seasonal rates) as well as newer dynamic pricing rates (such as critical peak pricing and real time pricing). The discussion is primarily focused on residential customers and small commercial customers who are collectively referred to as the mass market.

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Tariff Structures for Sustainable Electrification in Africa

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Tue, 05/08/2012 - 17:14

The purpose of this study is to:

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International Program Efforts related to Energy Efficiency

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Volker Schneider

Mon, 04/02/2012 - 11:08

The concept of energy efficiency offers multi-facetted benefits for a sustainable and low carbon development worldwide. To date, most energy efficiency initiatives are local, national or bi-lateral between countries at best. Multi-lateral or truly international activities have been increasing in number, for example in the EU and or regions where agreements between multiple governments have been reached.

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