Residential energy end-use model as evaluation tool for residential micro-generation

In this paper, the energy, economic, and environmental performances of micro-generation systems (SOFC, PEFC, gas engines) are evaluated for each household category by this model. From these results, the CO2 reduction potential by disseminating micro-generation on a city scale is estimated in relation to cost. The change of the electricity load curve by dissemination of micro-generation into the residential sector is also evaluated.