Modelling Socio-Technical Energy Systems

This lecture explores energy models, socio-technical systems, residential energy demand modeling, and the transition process towards new energy regimes. It delves into concepts like regimes, landscapes, and niches, emphasizing the Multi-Level Perspective (MLP) as an analytical tool. The lecture also discusses the challenges faced in modeling energy demand, such as complexity, uncertainty, and capturing the human dimension. Various components of energy demand modeling, including lighting, appliances, heating systems, and occupancy simulations, are detailed. The lecture concludes by addressing the importance of transparency in energy modeling and the need for interdisciplinary approaches to tackle the complexities of energy systems.