Developing microgeneration profiles for electricity market use

Last years have testified a considerable growth of microgeneration (μG). This tendency is expected to continue in coming years, making μG a key contributor to the reduction of conventional electricity supply and fuel imports, reduction of carbon emissions and sustainable energy growth. In several countries, the amount of μG energy production is already significant when compared to others sources, which means that it must be considered in operation planning, dispatch procedure and market settlement. This paper describes the methodology adopted for deriving the solar and wind μG profiles. Results were adopted by the Portuguese regulatory entity for market use.