Wesonga, R; Tutesigensi, A and Moodley, K (2024) A comparative review of energy aggregation policies for prosumerisation of green energy in the construction phase in UK and Uganda. In: Thomson, C (ed.) Proceedings of 40th Annual ARCOM Conference, 2-4 September 2024, London South Bank University, UK.
Abstract
Prosumerism has emerged as a promising strategy for generating green energy for use during the construction phase, contributing excess electricity to the grid, and reducing heavy reliance on traditional power grids, thus playing an immense role in the future energy scenario. However, successful implementation of the concept is contingent upon supportive regulatory frameworks and policies. Using secondary qualitative data, this paper presents a comprehensive comparative review of existing energy aggregation policies and regulations in Uganda and the United Kingdom, seeking support and ideas for the deployment of microgrids on construction sites within the context of Net Zero Carbon Construction (NZCC). We analyse the different regulatory approaches, examining their efficacy, strengths, limitations, and opportunities for prosumerisation of the construction phase. Furthermore, we offer insights into best practices that could be adopted to attract the construction sector players towards green energy generation and use on construction sites. Emphasis is put on the urgent need for proactive policy interventions that incentivise, standardise, and streamline the integration of prosumerism within NZCC frameworks to advance the global agenda towards a low-carbon built environment.
| Item Type: | Conference Paper (Paper) |
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| Uncontrolled Keywords: | energy aggregation; energy policy; green energy; net-zero; construction; prosumer |
| Index terms: | implementation, construction phase, construction sector, Uganda, best practice, net zero, integration, built environment, regulation, United Kingdom, strategy, construction site, energy policy |
| Subjects: | industry analysis, infrastructure and transport systems, political science, organizational analysis, Geography, management, energy systems, contractual arrangements, project delivery, public policy, work location, business |
| Topics: | Procurement, Sustainability, Governance, Research Practice, Project Management, Geographical Context, Business Strategy, Organizational Design, Site Management, Urban Studies |
| Descriptive scope: | 3 PCT |
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