The Southeast European power system in 2030: Flexibility challenges and benefits from regional integration

The Energy Economics Group (EEG) is a department of the Institute of Energy Systems and Electric Drives at the Technical University of Vienna (TU Wien).

TU Wien is Austria’s largest research and educational institution in the field of technology and natural sciences. More than 4,000 scientists are researching “technology for people” in five main research areas at eight faculties. The content of the studies offered is derived from the excellent research. More than 26,000 students in 62 degree programmes benefit from this. As a driver of innovation, TU Wien strengthens the business location, facilitates cooperation and contributes to the prosperity of society.

At TU Wien, we have been conducting research, teaching and learning under the motto ‘Technology for people’ for over 200 years. TU Wien has evolved into an open academic institution where discussions can happen, opinions can be voiced and arguments will be heard. Although everyone may have different individual philosophies and approaches to life, the staff, management personnel and students at TU Wien all promote open-mindedness and tolerance.

The aim of the Regional Centre for Energy Policy Research (REKK) is to provide professional analysis and advice on networked energy markets that are both commercially and environmentally sustainable.  REKK have performed comprehensive research, consulting and teaching activities on the fields of electricity, gas and carbon-dioxide markets since 2004. Their analyses range from the impact assessments of regulatory measures to the preparation of individual companies’ investment decisions.

Agora Energiewende´s mandate is to develop academically rigorous and politically feasible pathways for transforming energy systems toward clean energy in Germany, Europe and across the globe. Because its core funding comes from philanthropic organisations, Agora is fully autonomous, operating independently of business interests and political pressures. Since its founding in 2012, Agora Energiewende has become one of the leading think tanks in the field of energy system transformations.
Agora acts as an intermediary between decision-makers, stakeholders, scientists, and the media by combining research, dialogue, and outreach. A dedicated team of more than 40 experts examines a host of issues crucial to the energy transition. Through both in-house and commissioned studies, Agora finds answers to economic, technological, and policy questions in order to deepen the understanding and to create a base of knowledge for developing targeted solutions. Through intensive dialogue with major stakeholders, Agora provides evidence for setting future energy policy, build consensus about the best solutions, and promote measures to apply in specific contexts. In its international activities, Agora closely cooperates with partners in a number of emerging economies and OECD countries.