Demonstrators
Turning research into real-world applications
Discover the NCER-D2ET demonstrators developed by the consortium. Each use case showcases how research translates into practice, outlining the motivation and the goals pursued.
Together, they illustrate how the NCER-D2ET contributes to advancing innovative solutions for Luxembourg’s energy transition.
Phase 1: Building the foundations
In Phase 1, we are developing thefirst version of a Digital Twin platformfor Luxembourg’s energy systems. By combining data and modelling, this platform addresses real-world challenges of the energy transition.
To achieve this, three practical scenarios have been created to:
- Test and demonstrate innovative solutions
- Deliver clear and measurable results
- Show how science, technology, and society can work hand in hand
These scenarios bridge the gap between high-level strategies and detailed, data-driven analysis — linking both national and local perspectives.
The knowledge and tools produced in Phase 1 — such as models and datasets — will serve as the foundation of the D2ET platform.
Scenario 1: Centralised vs Decentralised Heating
Motivation
- Decarbonising Luxembourg’s heating sector to support national climate goals
- Balancing decentralised solutions (heat pumps) and centralised systems (district heating)
- Supporting informed decisions through innovative digital tools
Goals
- Develop a Digital Twin with a comprehensive simulation framework for heating solutions
- Model practical use cases to address energy transition challenges
- Ensure scalability by integrating findings smoothly into Phase 2
Scenario 2: Multi-carrier guarantee of supply
Motivation
- Securing Luxembourg’s energy future: integrating multiple carriers to meet rising demand while managing system complexity.
- Tackling interconnected challenges: balancing operations, market design, environmental and social impacts, technological innovation, and regulation.
Goals
- Identify synergies and reduce vulnerabilities within the energy system
- Develop new markets and technological solutions
- Strengthen reliability, resilience, and flexibility to support the transition
- Ensure alignment between national priorities and EU energy policies
Scenario 3: Deployment of Energy Communities
Motivation
- Addressing the energy transition: enabling decentralised production and consumption
- Strengthening local autonomy: increasing independence and sustainability at community level
- Empowering stakeholders: fostering collaboration between consumers, producers, and prosumers to unlock system flexibility.
- Facilitating renewable adoption: ensuring alignment with regulatory frameworks to accelerate deployment.
Goals
- Establish tailored Energy Communities adapted to Luxembourg’s context
- Integrate diverse solutions including renewables, storage, EV fleets, heat pumps, and district heating
- Develop smart digital tools and platforms powered by IoT
- Model all key dimensions: technical, financial, regulatory, social, and environmental
- Optimise the grid by reducing investment needs through service provision
