Center for Energy Management of Critical Defense Infrastructure

The cost-optimal operation of energy supply systems requires a holistic consideration of technical, economic, and organizational factors. In this context, both the optimal composition of energy sources and implementation-related factors along the entire supply chain play a central role in balancing security of supply, economic efficiency, and sustainability.

We investigate how energy systems and operator structures can be designed to achieve an optimal cost-benefit ratio. Using analytical methods and practice-oriented modeling approaches, we analyze strategies for integrating local energy suppliers, identify potentials for standardization, and develop exemplary templates for planning and operation. In addition, we design suitable operator models that support economic efficiency and long-term feasibility. In doing so, we contribute to the development of scalable and economically viable energy concepts for critical infrastructure.