Planning for Direct Load Control and Energy Efficiency: A Case Study for Bangladesh

Energy efficiency (EE) and Direct Load Control (DLC) measures continue to receive less attention than they deserve at least in developing countries like Bangladesh. This paper develops a structured approach to evaluate the potential for EE & DLC using a combination of a long-term capacity planning model and a short-term dispatch model. Both models treat these resources on par with supply side counterparts. The long-term model first selects the EE & DLC quantum followed by an annual outlook using a dispatch model. The latter model is set up as a stochastic programming problem to illustrate how significant demand excursions for the next season/year can cost-effectively be managed by DLC. The case study for Bangladesh brings together the Energy Efficiency and Conservation and Power System Master Plans to show the significant value proposition of EE & DLC.