Summary:
Purpose of Review
This review aims to explore the potential benefits of integrating electricity distribution network reconfiguration (DNR) and local flexibility markets (LFMs) in the operation and planning of distribution networks.
Recent Findings
Benefits of DNR (distribution system operator-owned flexibility resource) and LFMs (mechanisms for integrating third-party flexibility resources) have been reported extensively in the literature. However, there is a lack of studies analyzing the benefits resulting from their interaction.
Summary
This study establishes a framework that comprehensively elucidates the concept of distribution system flexibility and investigates the current and emerging trends in DNR and LFMs through an extensive analysis of pertinent literature. Furthermore, a general approach for the interaction of DNR and LFMs focused on congestion management is proposed. The findings from this paper serve as a foundation for future research, highlighting potential areas for further exploration in the integration of DNR and LFMs.
Spanish layman's summary:
Este artículo explora los beneficios de integrar la reconfiguración de la red de distribución (DNR) y mercados locales de flexibilidad (LFM). Se propone un enfoque DNR-LFM centrado en la gestión de congestiones. Además, se discuten los desafíos clave, futuras líneas de investigación e implicaciones de políticas.
English layman's summary:
This paper explores the potential benefits of integrating distribution network reconfiguration (DNR) and local flexibility markets (LFMs). A DNR-LFM approach focused on congestion management is proposed. Furthermore, key challenges, future research directions, and policy implications are discussed.
Keywords: Distribution system services; Distribution network reconfiguration; Flexibility mechanisms; Local flexibility market
DOI reference:
https://doi.org/10.1007/s40518-023-00221-6
Published on paper: December 2023.
Published on-line: August 2023.
Citation:
M. Valarezo, J.P. Chaves, T. Gómez, Exploring the interaction between electricity distribution network reconfiguration and local flexibility markets. Current Sustainable/Renewable Energy Reports. Vol. 10, nº. 4, pp. 170 - 182, December 2023. [Online: August 2023]
