Möglichkeiten zur Identifikation und Vermarktung von Energieflexibilität in der Industrie

This thesis is divided into two parts, each offering a different perspective on flexibility in industrial energy usage. In the first part, it describes the development of the electricity market since 2019, highlighting the growing need for flexibility measures in industry. Following that, common approaches to flexible operations are discussed, and a generic simulation program is introduced, enabling companies to quickly estimate potential savings from load shifting or process adjustments.
The second part focuses on practical application, illustrated by the example of the automotive contract manufacturer Magna Steyr. Here, the study examines which operational requirements must be met in order to market industrial facilities on the spot market without compromising product quality or delivery deadlines.
The core of the investigation is based on two approaches:
1.A simulation program that uses price data and equipment parameters to calculate generic load shifts and demonstrate their economic benefits.
2.A case study in which the facilities of a manufacturing company are optimally deployed on the spot market.
Overall, the thesis concludes that the implementation of flexibility measures depends not only on economic potential but also on technical and organizational factors. Especially in sensitive processes, it is not always feasible to shift operations without risking quality issues or delays. Nevertheless, the study demonstrates that the demand for flexibility continues to grow with the expansion of renewable energies. Consequently, a structured approach—ranging from the identification of potentially flexible facilities through simulations to a thorough cost-benefit analysis—is essential in order to capitalize on the benefits of a flexible operating model while keeping operational requirements in view.