Publications

Barriers to flexibility

Sep 6, 2022 | Flexsus publications, Reports

Authors: Daniel Møller Sneum, Claire Bergaentzlé.
Publication date: 2021

Through review of 109 pieces of literature, The FlexSUS Project brings you a comprehensive overview of barriers to flexibility in the interface between decentralised energy and the electricity system.

This brief :

  • defines flexible sector coupling in the interface between district heating/cooling and the electricity system
  • provides a taxonomy – a useful checklist for policymakers driving increased flexibility in integrated energy systems
  • indicates areas of priority for technologies, decision-levels and project life cycles when addressing barriers.