A novel smart grid architecture that facilitates high RES penetration through innovative markets towards efficient interaction between advanced electricity grid management and intelligent stakeholders

Project Information

FLEXGRID

Grant agreement ID: 863876

DOI 10.3030/863876

Project closed

EC signature date 17 September 2019

Start date 1 October 2019

End date 30 September 2022

Funded under

• SOCIETAL CHALLENGES - Secure, clean and efficient energy

Total cost € 3 889 056,25

EU contribution € 3 889 056,25

Coordinated by

EREVNITIKO PANEPISTIMIAKO INSTITOUTO SYSTIMATON EPIKOINONION KAI YPOLOGISTON
Greece

Deliverables

Documents, reports (18)

Intermediate version of business modelling, dissemination and exploitation of results

This deliverable includes an updated version of FLEXGRID's business models and innovative value propositions based on the market analysis described in D8.1. It also includes an updated version of the so far dissemination and exploitation-related achievements of the consortium.

Intermediate version of DFA markets and ARMM

This deliverable includes the first version of the mathematical models, research problem formulations, algorithms and performance evaluation results for the operation of FLEXGRID's flexibility aggregation markets.

OPF objectives and challenges towards smart grids with high RES penetration

This deliverable elaborates on D2.2 and contains the detailed architecture design of all WP5 subsystems and their interactions as well as the respective technical specifications. It also includes a survey of all state-of-the-art research approaches and sets the research objectives and challenges for WP5 research.

Architecture of advanced DFA markets and P2P trading

This deliverable elaborates on D2.2 and contains the detailed architecture design of all WP3 subsystems and their interactions as well as the respective technical specifications.

Final version of advanced market aware OPF algorithms

This deliverable includes the final version of the mathematical models research problem formulations algorithms and performance evaluation results for the support of the efficient interaction between network operators and markets

Intermediate version of advanced ESP and RESP BMs

This deliverable includes the first version of the mathematical models, research problem formulations, algorithms and performance evaluation results for the support of innovative business models for ESPs and RESPs.

Report on validation activities of FLEXGRID system and individual research tools

This deliverable includes all the validation results from testing specific FLEXGRID research algorithms in a controlled operational environment laboratory It also includes comparative results between simulations TRL 3 and laboratory experiments TRL 56

Final report of project management activities

This is the final report of project management activities to be used for the Period 2 review M19M36

Final version of business modeling, dissemination and exploitation of results

This deliverable includes the final version of FLEXGRIDs business models and innovative value propositions It also includes the final version of dissemination and exploitationrelated achievements of the consortium A clear roadmap towards Horizon Europe 20212027 research and innovation framework programme will be provided accompanied with FLEXGRIDs lessons learnt too

Intermediate version of advanced market aware OPF algorithms

This deliverable includes the first version of the mathematical models, research problem formulations, algorithms and performance evaluation results for the support of the efficient interaction between network operators and markets.

FLEXGRID use case scenarios, requirements’ analysis and correlation with innovative models

This deliverable includes the research outputs of Tasks 2.1-2.3. It includes the research methodology of FLEXGRID framework, the FLEXGRID use cases and operational scenarios as well as the requirements' analysis for all FLEXGRID services.

The overall FLEXGRID architecture design, high-level model and system specifications

This deliverable includes the research output of Task 2.4. It includes the design of the overall FLEXGRID system architecture and the high-level technical specifications of each subsystem.

Objectives and challenges towards advanced ESP and RESP BMs

This deliverable elaborates on D2.2 and contains the detailed architecture design of all WP4 subsystems and their interactions as well as the respective technical specifications. It also includes a survey of all state-of-the-art research approaches and sets the research objectives and challenges for WP4 research.

Pilot demonstration setup plan, experimentation plan and validation methodology

This deliverable includes the research output of Task 7.1. It includes a detailed plan for the pilot demonstration setup and experimentations to validate the research outcomes of WPs 3-5 in a laboratory environment.

Data Model of FLEXGRID architecture

This deliverable includes the research output of task 6.1. It includes a detailed data model for the S/W development of FLEXGRID software platform. High-level description of the interaction with existing S/W platforms is also provided.

Final version of DFA markets, P2P trading models and ARMM

This deliverable includes the final version of the mathematical models research problem formulations algorithms and performance evaluation results for the operation of FLEXGRIDs flexibility aggregation markets

Final version of advanced ESP and RESP BMs

This deliverable includes the final version of the mathematical models research problem formulations algorithms and performance evaluation results for the support of innovative business models for ESPs and RESPs

Pilot demonstration testing results and project assessment

This deliverable includes results from FLEXGRIDs reallife pilot experiments and comparative analysis against the research outputs of technical WPs 35 It also includes project assessment results and provides research insights and recommendations for the period after the end of projects lifetime

Open Research Data Pilot (1)

Data management, dissemination and exploitation plans

This deliverable includes an updated version of the initial FLEXGRID Data Management Plan. It also includes the dissemination, communication and exploitation plans of the consortium. Finally, it includes detailed information regarding the ethics/privacy issues addressing thus the EC comments about all the ethics requirements from the Ethics Summary Report (EthSR).

Demonstrators, pilots, prototypes (1)

First version of FLEXGRID S/W prototype

This prototype deliverable includes the first version of the SW integration and validation results of FLEXGRID platform An initial version will be demonstrated during the 1st official review meeting ie Month 20 while the release of the first integrated FLEXGRID system prototype will take place in Month 24

Publications

Peer reviewed articles (16)

Demand Response as a Service: Clearing Multiple Distribution-Level Markets

Author(s): G. Tsaousoglou, P. Soumplis, N. Efthymiopoulos, K. Steriotis, A. Kretsis, P. Makris, P. Kokkinos, E. Varvarigos
Published in: IEEE Trans. on Cloud Computing, 2022, ISSN 2168-7161
Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
DOI: 10.1109/tcc.2021.3117598

Multi-Stage Energy Management of Coordinated Smart Buildings: A Multiagent Decision Process Approach

Author(s): G. Tsaousoglou N. Efthymiopoulos, P. Makris, E. Varvarigos
Published in: IEEE Trans. on Smart Grid, 2022, ISSN 1949-3053
Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
DOI: 10.1109/tsg.2022.3162915

Sizing of electric vehicle charging stations with smart charging capabilities and quality of service requirements

Author(s): Alireza Khaksari, Georgios Tsaousoglou, Prodromos Makris, Konstantinos Steriotis, Nikolaos Efthymiopoulos, Emmanouel Varvarigos
Published in: Sustainable Cities and Society, Issue 70, 2021, Page(s) 102872, ISSN 2210-6707
Publisher: Elsevier BV
DOI: 10.1016/j.scs.2021.102872

Strategic and network-aware bidding policy for electric utilities through the optimal orchestration of a virtual and heterogeneous flexibility assets’ portfolio

Author(s): Konstantinos Steriotis, Konstantinos Smpoukis, Nikolaos Efthymiopoulos, Georgios Tsaousoglou, Prodromos Makris, Emmanouel (Manos) Varvarigos
Published in: Electric Power Systems Research, Issue 184, 2020, Page(s) 106302, ISSN 0378-7796
Publisher: Elsevier BV
DOI: 10.1016/j.epsr.2020.106302

Stacked Revenues Maximization of Distributed Battery Storage Units via Emerging Flexibility Markets

Author(s): K. Steriotis, K. Sepetanc, K. Smpoukis, N. Efthymiopoulos, P. Makris, E. Varvarigos, H. Pandzic
Published in: IEEE Trans. on Sustainable Energy, 2022, ISSN 1949-3029
Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
DOI: 10.1109/tste.2021.3117313

Network and Market-Aware Bidding to Maximize Local RES Usage and Minimize Cost in Energy Islands with Weak Grid Connections

Author(s): Konstantinos Smpoukis, Konstantinos Steriotis, Nikolaos Efthymiopoulos, Georgios Tsaousoglou, Prodromos Makris, Emmanouel (Manos) Varvarigos
Published in: Energies, Issue 13/16, 2020, Page(s) 4043, ISSN 1996-1073
Publisher: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)
DOI: 10.3390/en13164043

Distribution-Level Flexibility Markets—A Review of Trends, Research Projects, Key Stakeholders and Open Questions

Author(s): D. Badanjak, H. Pandzic
Published in: Energies, 2022, ISSN 1996-1073
Publisher: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)
DOI: 10.3390/en14206622

Flexibility Aggregation of Temporally Coupled Resources in Real Time Balancing Markets Using Machine Learning

Author(s): G. Tsaousoglou, I. Sartzetakis, P. Makris, N. Efthymiopoulos, E. Varvarigos and N. G. Paterakis
Published in: IEEE Trans. on Industrial Informatics, 2021, ISSN 1551-3203
Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
DOI: 10.1109/tii.2021.3132036

Truthful, Practical and Privacy-Aware Demand Response in the Smart Grid via a Distributed and Optimal Mechanism

Author(s): Georgios Tsaousoglou, Konstantinos Steriotis, Nikolaos Efthymiopoulos, Prodromos Makris, Emmanouel Varvarigos
Published in: IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid, Issue 11/4, 2020, Page(s) 3119-3130, ISSN 1949-3053
Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
DOI: 10.1109/tsg.2020.2965221

Optimal Battery Storage Participation in European Energy and Reserves Markets

Author(s): Kristina Pandžić, Ivan Pavić, Ivan Andročec, Hrvoje Pandžić
Published in: Energies, Issue 13/24, 2020, Page(s) 6629, ISSN 1996-1073
Publisher: Multidisciplinary Digital Publishing Institute (MDPI)
DOI: 10.3390/en13246629

Individual Thermal Generator and Battery Storage Bidding Strategies Based on Robust Optimization

Author(s): Matea Vidan, Fabio D'Andreagiovanni, Hrvoje Pandzic
Published in: IEEE Access, Issue 9, 2021, Page(s) 66829-66838, ISSN 2169-3536
Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
DOI: 10.1109/access.2021.3076872

Managing Risks Faced by Strategic Battery Storage in Joint Energy-Reserve Markets

Author(s): Kristina Pandzic, Kenneth Bruninx, Hrvoje Pandzic
Published in: IEEE Transactions on Power Systems, 2021, Page(s) 1-1, ISSN 0885-8950
Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
DOI: 10.1109/tpwrs.2021.3058936

Energy Storage Integration in European Markets

Author(s): Marija Miletić, Hrvoje Pandžić
Published in: Current Sustainable/Renewable Energy Reports, Issue 7/4, 2020, Page(s) 160-164, ISSN 2196-3010
Publisher: Springer
DOI: 10.1007/s40518-020-00156-2

FLEXGRID – A novel smart grid architecture that facilitates high-RES penetration through innovative flexibility markets towards efficient stakeholder interaction

Author(s): Nikolaos Efthymiopoulos; Prodromos Makris; Georgios Tsaousoglou; Konstantinos Steriotis; Dimitrios J. Vergados; Dimitrios J. Vergados; Alireza Khaksari; Lars Herre; Victor Lacort; German Martinez; Elena Leal Lorente; Robert Gehrcke; Matin Bagherpour; Gesa Milzer; Bryan Pellerin; Farhan Farrukh; Malte Thoma; Tonci Tadin; Maria-Iro Baka; Christina Papadimitriou; Andreas Kyprianou; George E. Georghio
Published in: Open Research Europe Journal, Issue 4, 2021, ISSN 2732-5121
Publisher: Open Research Europe
DOI: 10.12688/openreseurope.14109.1

Reliability-aware probabilistic reserve procurement

Author(s): L. Herre, P. Pinson, S. Chatzivasileiadis
Published in: Electric Power Systems Research, 2022, ISSN 0378-7796
Publisher: Elsevier BV
DOI: 10.1016/j.epsr.2022.108345

Managing Distributed Flexibility Under Uncertainty by Combining Deep Learning With Duality

Author(s): G. Tsaousoglou, K. Mitropoulou, K. Steriotis, N. G. Paterakis, P. Pinson and E. Varvarigos
Published in: IEEE Transactions on Sustainable Energy, 2021, ISSN 1949-3029
Publisher: Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
DOI: 10.1109/tste.2021.3086846

Conference proceedings (4)

Business ecosystem of local flexibility platforms with corresponding business models in a digital energy system

Author(s): F. Farrukh, B. Pellerin
Published in: IEEE ENERGYCON 2022, 2022
Publisher: IEEE
DOI: 10.1109/energycon53164.2022.9830297

Designing a Distribution Level Flexibility Market using Mechanism Design and Optimal Power Flow

Author(s): Konstantinos Seklos, Georgios Tsaousoglou, Konstantinos Steriotis, Nikolaos Efthymiopoulos, Prodromos Makris, Emmanouel Varvarigos
Published in: 2020 International Conference on Smart Energy Systems and Technologies (SEST), 2020, Page(s) 1-6, ISBN 978-1-7281-4701-7
Publisher: IEEE
DOI: 10.1109/sest48500.2020.9203564

Design of a Continuous Local Flexibility Market with Network Constraints

Author(s): Eléa Prat; Lars Herre; Jalal Kazempour; Spyros Chatzivasileiadis
Published in: Prat , E , Herre , L F , Kazempour , J & Chatzivasileiadis , S 2021 , Design of a Continuous Local Flexibility Market with Network Constraints . in Proceedings of 2021 IEEE PowerTech . IEEE , 14 th IEEE PowerTech , Madrid , Spain , 27/06/2021 . https://doi.org/10.1109/PowerTech46648.2021.9494978, Issue 1, 2021
Publisher: IEEE
DOI: 10.48550/arxiv.2012.00505

Integrated ICT tools to Support Flexibility Management in Future Distribution Networks

Author(s): B. Pellerin, F. Farrukh, I. Ilieva, P. Makris, E. Varvarigos, N. Efthymiopoulos, M. Calin, M. Thoma
Published in: 26th International Conference and Exhibition on Electricity Distribution, 2021
Publisher: IEEE
DOI: 10.1049/icp.2021.2074