Energy Management Simulation for a Local Energy Supply System

The introduction and expansion of locally produced and consumed energy systems by local governments and other entities are garnering considerable attention. This study evaluated a local energy supply project in Shinchi, Fukushima Prefecture, Japan. We specifically focused on a cogeneration-based local energy supply system and conducted a simulation to assess the CO2 reduction impact of expanding the supply area, increasing renewable energy integration, and implementing energy management technologies such as electric vehicle (EV) utilization, storage battery control, and demand response.