Comprehensive Analysis and Future Outlook of Planning and Operation Approaches for Multicarrier Energy Systems Under the Integrated Local Energy Community Concept

This chapter provides a wide analysis and outlook on aspects related to optimally planning and operating multicarrier energy systems under the integrated local energy community (ILEC) concept. It touches upon the main challenges and provides a consolidated framework of existing and recommended practices when designing and planning the multicarrier energy system, taking into consideration uncertainties and operational aspects before taking decisions. At the same time, it covers aspects of optimal operation in shorter timeframes and real-time control, by putting forward the paradigm that ILECs can serve multiple objectives by exchanging services with the wider energy system as well as serving local market incentives. Additionally, this chapter entails potential data architectures required to enable real-time visibility and controllability of multicarrier energy systems. Finally, the chapter underlines the holistic approach when planning and operating the ILECs and how these two activities need to be met for eff