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Electrotechnical

Work description

The growing decentralization of energy systems and the emergence of prosumer-driven communities have brought new opportunities for integrating energy communities into ancillary service markets. However, effective participation requires innovative business models that address challenges such as market access, aggregation strategies, and regulatory requirements. To support this integration, it is essential to analyze the existing ecosystem and propose viable frameworks that align with both technical capabilities and economic incentives. Building on this context, the expected work in this area includes: - Conduct a comprehensive review of existing literature, regulatory frameworks, and technical reports related to the participation of energy communities in ancillary service markets; - Identify barriers and opportunities for energy communities to act as aggregators or engage with existing aggregators to provide services such as frequency regulation, voltage control, and reserve capacity; - Develop a conceptual framework for the strategic participation of energy communities in ancillary services, considering stakeholder roles, incentive mechanisms, and operational constraints; - Implement and test the proposed model using a simulation-based or real-world case study within an existing energy community tool; - Prepare a scientific report on the activities and write scientific articles.

Academic Qualifications

Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Informatics or Similar

Minimum profile required

- Basic knowledge of data analysis;- Basic knowledge of energy systems;- Knowledge of the Python programming language;- Fluency in English (written and spoken);

Preference factors

-Interest or basic experience in the operation and aggregation of energy communities. -Interest or experience in the study of system services; -Experience in scientific research activities; -Programming experience in Python;

Application Period

Since 11 Jul 2025 to 24 Jul 2025

Centre

Power and Energy Systems

Scientific Advisor

Igor Rezende Castro