Introduction to Modeling and Optimization of Sustainable Energy Systems

Objective

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

• define and quantify the key performance indicators of sustainable energy systems;
• select and apply appropriate models for conversion, storage and transport of energy;
• develop mathematical models for the analysis, design and operations of multi-energy systems and solve them with appropriate mathematical tools;
• select and apply methodologies for the uncertainty analysis on energy systems models;
• apply the acquired knowledge to tackle the challenges of the energy transition.
  

Content

The global energy transition; Key performance indicators of sustainable energy systems; Optimization models; Heat integration and heat exchanger networks; Life-cycle assessment; Models for conversion, storage and transport technologies; Multi-energy systems; Design, operations and analysis of energy systems; Uncertainties in energy system modeling.

Literature

Lecture slides and supplementary documentation will be available online. Reference to appropriate book chapters and scientific papers will be provided.