Curtailment of renewable generation: Economic optimality and incentives

摘要: The loss from curtailing generation based on renewable energy sources is generally seen as an unacceptable solution by the public. main argument that it a of green and economic to curtail with near zero marginal costs. However, this view could lead overinvestment in grid infrastructure underinvestment sources. This article argues some curtailment fluctuating (variable) optimal. We address possible contributions total involuntary voluntary curtailment. costs terms lost are discussed market price support levels including rationale for compensating generators losses. extent actual illustrated examples different global markets. In general, both value curtailed amount relative low but rising. Single may be affected considerably if insufficient compensation measures place. future, optimal will increase along increased share generation. Extending comparatively cheaply can achieved installation additional capacity at offshore locations until reached.