Why is SNG important in Iran?

SNG production tends to increase the electricity generation of the country to fulfil the growth demand. As Iran’s energy system is currently dominated by domestic natural gas usage, SNG can logically play a significant role in addressing future energy demand.

Why does Iran have a low storage capacity?

In terms of storage, the low installed capacities can be explained by the fact that Iran has a high availability of RE sources, particularly wind energy, solar PV and hydropower, which can produce electricity all-year-round (Fig. 6). The total storage capacities soar from 9.7 TWh in the country-wide scenario to 110.9 TWh in the integrated scenario.

Which technology is the dominant technology in Iran's long-term power sector?

The results showed that combined cycle would be the dominant technology in Iran's long-term power sector. Moreover, electricity generation from non-hydro renewables, solar PV in particular, should grow faster than the total power generation.

Are long-term energy planning studies in Iran satisfactory?

Conclusion and recommendations In this paper, the major long-term energy planning studies in Iran were reviewed. The reviews show that energy and power sector developments have mainly resulted from short-term plans and accordingly, the present situation is unsatisfactory.

Does Iran need a natural gas system?

As Iran’s energy system is currently dominated by domestic natural gas usage, SNG can logically play a significant role in addressing future energy demand. The system total annual cost and capex increased from 15 to 119 b€ and from 167 to 1150 b€, respectively.

What is the energy system based on re generation & energy storage technologies?

In the country-wide scenario, the energy system based on RE generation and energy storage technologies covers the country’s power sector electricity demand. The total annual cost and the total capex required to generate 377.7 TWh are 15 and 167 b€, respectively.