D2ET seminar highlights data-driven optimisation of microgrids and energy communities
On 15 January, a D2ET seminar explored advanced, forecast-driven strategies to optimise electricity production and storage in microgrids and energy communities. The event was preceded by a strategic exchange meeting in Belval to align ongoing research with the project’s objectives.
On 15 January, SnT – University of Luxembourg hosted a D2ET seminar in Kirchberg focusing on how local energy systems such as microgrids and energy communities can better produce, store and use electricity.
The seminar, delivered by Professor Edward Jobson, explored how anticipating factors such as weather conditions, electricity prices and grid constraints can help improve energy management compared with more traditional, reactive approaches. Using concrete examples, the presentation showed how smarter planning can reduce costs, improve system reliability and extend the lifetime of batteries.
The work presented is based on large-scale European energy and weather data, making it possible to assess the performance of solar panels, wind power and batteries in real-life conditions. Several practical use cases illustrated how these methods can support decisions on battery sizing, renewable energy investments and energy sharing within communities.
Ahead of the seminar, an exchange meeting at the Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) in Belval brought together the D2ET coordinator, researchers and Professor Jobson to discuss the project’s goals, ongoing activities and next steps, including living labs, the D2ET platform and the project roadmap.
