“Exploring Flexibility from Renewable Hydrogen and Bioenergy in Energy System Modelling” Workshop on 17 November, 2023 – Summary and outlook

A workshop titled “Exploring Flexibility from Renewable Hydrogen and Bioenergy in Energy System Modelling” took place in Turin, Italy, on November 17, 2023, organized by IEA Bioenergy and IEA ETSAP. The event focused on the role of flexibility and renewable hydrogen in energy systems, with discussions highlighting the undervaluation of flexibility in current models and the importance of bioenergy, especially in biomass storage and industrial integration. Renewable hydrogen’s versatility and, on the other hand, its high production costs were also key topics.

The workshop featured insights into the IEA Net Zero Roadmap and initiated a collaboration to improve the assessment of flexibility in energy systems. Key takeaways emphasized the need for advanced modeling to address uncertainties, optimize biomass use, and accurately reflect the potential of flexible bioenergy and renewable hydrogen.

These discussions paved the way for continued collaboration in the upcoming Triennium (2025-2027).

Read the workshop summary and outlook to find out more:
One-pager Energy system modelling workshop-Turin 17Nov2023