Modeling of energy efficiency increase of urban areas through synergies with industries

Due to the lack of research concerning the symbiosis of industry and cities, no figures are available which enables an economic comparison with other energy production technologies. An economic assessment was carried out using four towns as examples. With the help of the annuity method, amortization times are determined. Additionally levelized costs for electricity and heat under different scenarios are calculated. They reach from 60 to 91 €/MWh for electricity and 25-38 €/MWh for heat. A sensitivity analysis takes into account possible price fluctuations.