Objective
To work on Norway’s energy system model and conduct a modeling analysis of exploring the role of nuclear technology, or hydrogen storage, or both, for a net-zero 2050 power system. Possible questions that thesis could explore:
1. How might nuclear (hydrogen) contribute to the Norways’ future power system from a techno-economic perspective?
2. What are the potential trade-offs for Norways’ 2050 energy mix, with the special focus on nuclear/hydrogen?
3. What are techno-economic pros and cons of nuclear/hydrogen energy at the national level, considering increased electrification?
4. What is the sensitivity of new solar/wind installations in relation to nuclear/hydrogen technologies?
Prerequisite
- Basic familiarity and interest with GAMS, Pyhton, optimization, data analysis, and energy system modeling
- Related UiO courses (but not mandatory):
- TEK5410 Energy Markets and Regulation - Modelling and Analysis,
- TEK5420 Norway’s Energy Transitions: Policy Directions and Challenges,
- TEK5350 Energy Markets and Regulation
- TEK9340 – Energy Systems Analysis: Modelling, Methods and Scenarios
This is the suggested framework for thesis with the possibility of discussing and adjusting based on the students’ interests.
Relevant literature
- Lopera Huertas, M. (2024). Drivers and barriers for the introduction of nuclear power to Norway (Master’s thesis).
- Mohamad Ali, M. H., Svendsen, T. B., & Alfsvåg, L. I. (2023). The green shift and nuclear energy–an economic, environmental, and societal-readiness perspective for rural districts in Norway (Master’s thesis, Nord universitet).
- Rogne, N., & Maksimovic, J. M. H. (2023). The Potential of Nuclear SMR in the Norwegian Energy Mix: Economic and financial analysis of SMRs in Norway (Master’s thesis).
- Price, J., Keppo, I., & Dodds, P. E. (2023). The role of new nuclear power in the UK’s net-zero emissions energy system. Energy, 262, 125450.
- Emblemsvåg, J. (2023). Powering large industrial facilities–using wind-or nuclear power?. International Journal of Sustainable Energy, 42(1), 1241-1263.
- Strand, M. K. (2024). Navigating Green Hydrogen production in Norway (Master’s thesis).