The study aims to explore how the design of Renewable Energy Communities (RECs) can help alleviate energy poverty while enhancing social equity among members. The ultimate goal is to propose a REC model that promotes fair and inclusive resource allocation, reducing inequalities in access to energy.
The study will be structured into three phases: (i) a literature review of the main Allocation Schemes applicable to RECs, examining existing ones and best practices for equitable benefit distribution; (ii) the design and data collection of a specific case study of a REC in a context affected by energy poverty; (iii) the use of a planning and management model for the REC that optimizes the distribution of renewable resources and maximizes social equity.
The student will benefit from synergies with LEAP – Laboratorio Energia e Ambiente Piacenza, already active on several projects on the topic.
Area di competenza
Smart Energy Systems
Responsabili
Giuliano Rancilio (giuliano.rancilio@polimi.it) – Politecnico di Milano
Matteo Zatti (matteo.zatti@polimi.it) – LEAP
Gaia Martoriello (gaia.martoriello@polimi.it) – LEAP
Competenze richieste
renewable energy sources, renewable energy community, business plan, electrical markets
Background in Energy/Electrical Engineering
Data di inizio presunta
December 2024
Durata
4-6 months (short thesis), could be full-thesis if requested
Maggiori informazioni
Weekly meeting online or in presence.