Published in:DIW Berlin Discussion Paper ; No. 1637
Extent:
1 Online-Ressource (36 p)
Language:
English
DOI:
10.2139/ssrn.2912814
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Footnote:
Nach Informationen von SSRN wurde die ursprüngliche Fassung des Dokuments January 2017 erstellt
Description:
We examine the role of prosumage of solar electricity, i.e. PV self-generation combined with distributed storage, in the context of the low-carbon energy transformation. First, we devise a qualitative account of arguments in favor of and against prosumage. Second, we give an overview of prosumage in Germany. Prosumage will likely gain momentum as support payments expire for an increasing share of PV capacities after 2020. Third, we model possible system effects in a German2035 scenario. Prosumage batteries allow for a notable substitution of other storage facilities only if fully available for market interactions. System-friendly operation would also help limiting cost