System architecture modelling framework applied to the integration of electric vehicles in the grid

Abstract

A structured approach for the design of a model architecture is presented. From a simplified representation of the current situation, the aim is to implement regulations and test solutions in order to reach future climate targets. The challenge is to combine model accuracy to minimise uncertainty of the results on one side, and ease of implementation/plausibility of scenarios on the other side, which often decreases as systems complexify. A stage-wise model expansion is suggested to balance these two criteria. This approach is applied to the case of increased grid integration of electric vehicles (EVs) in Denmark.