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Application of Cost Benefits Analysis for the Implementation of Renewable Energy and Smart Solution Technologies: A Case Study of InteGRIDy Project

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  • Bjarnhedinn Gudlaugsson
  • Tariq Ahmed
  • Huda Dawood
  • Chris Ogwumike
  • Nashwan Dawood
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Article numbere15
<mark>Journal publication date</mark>3/12/2021
<mark>Journal</mark>Environmental Sciences Proceedings
Issue number1
Volume11
Number of pages6
Publication StatusE-pub ahead of print
Early online date3/12/21
<mark>Original language</mark>English

Abstract

Cost−benefit analysis is a common evaluation method applied to assess whether an energy system is economically feasible as well as the economic viability of energy investment for the energy transition of a pre-existing energy system. This paper focuses on examining the economic costs and benefits obtained through the implementation of renewable energy and smart technology to a pre-existing energy system of two pilot sites—St. Jean and Barcelona. The evaluation process includes all relevant parameters such as investment, operating and maintenance costs, and energy prices needed to assess the economic feasibility of the investment. The results show that investing in energy system development towards a decarbonized future, can provide various benefits such as increased flexibility, and reduced emissions while being economically feasible.