Especially for Germany the RES targets are even stronger. This policy specifies key objectives such as raising the total share of EU energy consumption generated by RES to 20% and reducing EU greenhouse gas emissions by 20% from 1990 levels. The European Union enacted the вЂњclimate and energy packageвЂќ in 2009 (Commission of the European Communities 2008). For instance, the Australian Government aims to ensure that the equivalent of at least 20% of AustraliaвЂ™s electricity will come from RES by 2020 (Australian Government 2013). Many electricity generation systems all over the world will be faced with a high penetration of electricity generated by renewable energy sources (RES) in the future. Simulation results show the development of the future annual electricity balance, CO2 emission balance, electricty imports and exports, and the wholesale price of electricity.Д®lectricity generation system simulation model: introduction This modular design allows quick model adoptions for different scenarios. We use a hybrid simulation approach with system dynamics and discrete event modules. In this paper we present main components of the electricity generation system models. Simulation-based energy system analysis can support the conversion into a sustainable future energy system and are intended to find risks and miscalculations. Highly volatile renewable energy sources play an important role in the future electricity generation mix and should help compensate the phase-out of nuclear power in countries such as Germany. Due to the transition towards a sustainable energy supply, many electricity generation systems are faced with great challenges worldwide.

Power plant simulation and modeling