European Energy System Adaptation to Solar Rebound Effect

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Research conducted by FernUniversität in Hagen, Germany, investigates the solar rebound effect where rooftop solar adoption increases household electricity consumption, potentially raising Europe's electricity demand by up to 5.1% by 2050. This increased demand necessitates additional renewable generation, grid flexibility, battery storage, and backup capacity, leading to higher system costs and infrastructure requirements. The study emphasizes the need for incorporating the solar rebound effect into energy system planning and suggests demand-side policies and grid infrastructure enhancements to manage the impact.