LTS Demand Forecasting Tool Scoping Study (Phase 1)

Mar 2018

Gas Distribution

Reference: NIA_SGN0126

Status: Complete

Start Date: Mar 2018

End Date: Aug 2018

Funding Licencee(s): SGN

Contact: Alexander Webb, Innovation Project Manager

Funding Mechanism Network Innovation Allowance

Research Area: GD - Future of gas

Core Technology(ies): Modelling

Estimated Expenditure: £52,000.00

Introduction: This project aims to design and develop a robust LTS Demand Forecasting Tool Scoping Study based on a “bottom up” approach.

Objectives: The key objectives of this project are:

To undertake review and assessment of current practices and methodology for LTS demand forecasting
To carry out horizon scanning with a view to identifying available relevant datasets in line with industry energy futures scenarios
To outline specification for model development considering available data sets and user requirements in line with SGN’s long term operation and planning strategy
To produce full CBA of the modelling toolkit to inform further stages of development
To fully report on project outcomes and outline recommendations for Stage 2