Utility rate structures and distributed thermal energy storage: a cost/benefit analysis. Basic research report, October 1978-February 1979

Technical Report · Thu Feb 01 00:00:00 EST 1979

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/5680982· OSTI ID:5680982

Koening, E. F.; Cambel, A. B.

This paper examines three alternative methods by which electric utilities might take advantage of distributed thermal energy storage to smooth out their load profiles. These three methods are: time-specific rates, time-invariant rates with subsidized storage, and direct load controls. The optimal form of each of these policies is determined, and formulas indicating the relative desirability of each policy are developed.

• Research Organization: George Washington Univ., Washington, DC (USA). School of Engineering and Applied Science
• DOE Contract Number: ET-78-S-01-3411
• OSTI ID: 5680982
• Report Number(s): DSE-3411-T1
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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