Articles in power production

Questions about long-term conditions, market development, and innovative solutions are central when RISE brings together stakeholders from across the energy sector to discuss the future energy system.

The use of biomass has become a controversial issue in the debate about future energy systems. Some regard it as essential for the green transition. However, others warn of the negative effects of using forest residues for energy purposes. So, what do two researchers specialising in energy systems analysis have to say on the matter?

Local electricity markets where you get paid to be flexible is one way of contributing to solving the energy challenges of the future.

At RISE, more than 3,000 problem-solvers are tackling some of society’s most pressing challenges. One of these people is André Selander, who has been working as an energy technology researcher for six months.

Sweden needs to increase its electricity production significantly by 2050 to secure the electrification of society and industry. However, in addition to increasing production, improved efficiency, better decision-making and a willingness to consider the whole rather than the parts can also play key roles.

Large parts of the wind power expansion in Sweden are being funded by a new kind of stakeholder. A trend that is expected to grow stronger as large global capital flows seek green net zero investments. – “We’re very much in a position to accomplish something that the rest of the world can benefit from,” says Jonas Bergqvist, Focus Area Manager Energy Systems of the Future at RISE.

Sweden needs to increase its electricity production by the equivalent of about 300,000 electrically heated houses. Each year. An increase that is guaranteed to rattle electricity market producers and consumers alike. – “Permit processes, market models and price areas may all need to be overhauled to create the right conditions for this increase,” says Jan Djurström, Unit Manager Electrical Power Systems at RISE.

The technology for the energy transition already exists. But time is short: Sweden must be climate neutral by 2045. If the timetable for society’s rapid electricity grid expansion is to be maintained, more and better cooperation is required between energy industry operators – and fewer lengthy permit processes.