Feasibilty Study in Energy Community Business Model Development for Latvia

Abstract

The paper investigates the feasibility of implementing different energy community (EnC) business models in Latvian conditions. The relationships between the various EnC members are considered through tariff schemes, provided services and energy and cash flows. A discussion about EnC model implementation in Latvia is provided; it addresses several issues related to current Latvian legislation, energy and cash flow as well as preferred community management systems.