Linear Programming Approach for the Construction of Energy and Resource Flow Models

摘要

A linear programming model of an energy production and consumption system is a mathematical representation of resource allocation alternatives in the system. Such a model is developed for the solution of feasible and optimal resource allocation schemes under different assumptions. These assumptions define availabilities of primary resources, technological development patterns, requirements on final production and the objectives applied in optimization. The scope of potential applications depends on the existence of interesting resource allocation alternatives within the boundaries of the system. In this respect models which cover both energy production and consumption processes are more interesting than mere production models. Linear programming energy flow models may be dynamic, they may be divided regionally, and they may have stochastic features.