An analysis of the time of use electricity price in the residential sector of Bangladesh

摘要: Abstract Time of Use (TOU) pricing is a cost-reflective electricity scheme; it has proven to be an effective approach for reducing peak demand in the residential sector around world, especially developed countries. The implementation TOU low and lower-middle income economies less appealing than other settings. This mainly because traditional scheme may increase cost consumers. lack suitable strategy these countries results high demand, poor utilization network infrastructure and, consequently, higher prices necessary. purpose this study analyse propose that will with percentage household In study, Bangladesh used as exemplar lower-to-middle developing country. Bangladesh, responsible half country's total consumption, constitutes even greater proportion demand. Residential consumers currently pay inclining block usage rates provide no financial incentive them shift their from non-peak periods. proposed combination schemes, based on realistic load shifting capacity applicable similar Analysis system different levels shows effectively reduces while ensuring minimum impact consumer monthly energy bills comfort levels.