Version of Model: |
TIMER model |
Version number: |
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Current version: |
Yes |
Description: |
version used for SSP runs |
Changes compared to previous version:
Change: |
The model has been recalibrated using information of EDGAR database and the GAINS database |
Involved component(s): |
Emissions |
Change: |
Bio-energy: new bio-energy crop (grassy biomass) has been added and more detailed modeled to derive the potential for residues. |
Involved component(s): |
Energy supply |
Change: |
The model describing demand for non-energy use of fossil fuels and biomass has been improved. |
Involved component(s): |
Energy demand |
Change: |
The electric power model has been significantly improved to better describe the penetration of intermittent technologies vis-à-vis reliability and load constraints. |
Involved component(s): |
Energy conversion |
Change: |
Concentrated solar power and wind power in coastal seas have been added as additional technologies. |
Involved component(s): |
Energy conversion |
Change: |
The transport model has been updated with new information on the performance of different technologies. |
Involved component(s): |
Energy demand |
See TIMER model version overview