Range of Activities

Research Focus

Optimal congestion management in transmission grids
Multi-criteria nonlinear optimisation
AC/DC Optimal Power Flow Analysis (OPF)
Grid integration of decentralised generation and demand
Sectoral coupling and Power-to-X technologies
Scenario analysis
Spatially distributed modelling of demand and renewable generation
Modelling and analysis of distribution grids
Analysis and design of local electricity markets

An overview of the working group's focus can be found here.

Teaching

Supervision of bachelor- and master theses and seminars

Publications

Book Chapters

Utilising Distributed Flexibilities in the European Transmission Grid
Ruppert, M.; Slednev, V.; Finck, R.; Ardone, A.; Fichtner, W.
2019. Advances in Energy System Optimization – Proceedings of the 2nd International Symposium on Energy System Optimization. Ed.: V. Bertsch, 81–101, Birkhäuser Verlag. doi:10.1007/978-3-030-32157-4_6
Regionalizing Input Data for Generation and Transmission Expansion Planning Models
Slednev, V.; Ruppert, M.; Bertsch, V.; Fichtner, W.; Meyer-Hübner, N.; Suriyah, M.; Leibfried, T.; Gerstner, P.; Schick, M.; Heuveline, V.
2017. Advances in Energy System Optimization. Ed.: V. Bertsch, 205–217, Springer International Publishing. doi:10.1007/978-3-319-51795-7_13

Books

Decentralized Energy Systems, Market Integration, Optimization
Ringler, P.; Schermeyer, H.; Ruppert, M.; Hayn, M.; Bertsch, V.; Keles, D.; Fichtner, W.
2016. KIT Scientific Publishing. doi:10.5445/KSP/1000053596

Journal Articles

Modeling V2G spot market trading: The impact of charging tariffs on economic viability
Signer, T.; Baumgartner, N.; Ruppert, M.; Sandmeier, T.; Fichtner, W.
2024. Energy Policy, 189, Arrt.-Nr.: 114109. doi:10.1016/j.enpol.2024.114109
Does experience matter? Assessing user motivations to accept a vehicle-to-grid charging tariff
Baumgartner, N.; Kellerer, F.; Ruppert, M.; Hirsch, S.; Mang, S.; Fichtner, W.
2022. Transportation Research Part D: Transport and Environment, 113, Art.-Nr.: 103528. doi:10.1016/j.trd.2022.103528
Highly resolved optimal renewable allocation planning in power systems under consideration of dynamic grid topology
Slednev, V.; Bertsch, V.; Ruppert, M.; Fichtner, W.
2017. Computers & operations research, 96, 281–293. doi:10.1016/j.cor.2017.12.008
Meeting the Modeling Needs of Future Energy Systems
Keles, D.; Jochem, P.; McKenna, R.; Ruppert, M.; Fichtner, W.
2017. Energy technology, 5 (7), 1007–1025. doi:10.1002/ente.201600607
Impact of residential electricity tariffs with variable energy prices on low voltage grids with photovoltaic generation
Ruppert, M.; Hayn, M.; Bertsch, V.; Fichtner, W.
2016. International Journal of Electrical Power and Energy Systems, 79, 161–171. doi:10.1016/j.ijepes.2016.01.017

Conference Papers

Flexibility Potential of V2G Technology in Switzerland
Signer, T.; Limarzo, E.; Ruppert, M.; Fichtner, W.
2023. 2023 19th International Conference on the European Energy Market (EEM), 1–9, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). doi:10.1109/EEM58374.2023.10161845
Economic Potential of V2G in Electricity Markets – A Systematic Literature Review
Signer, T.; Unger, F.; Ruppert, M.; Fichtner, W.
2023. 2023 IEEE Vehicle Power and Propulsion Conference (VPPC), 1–6, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). doi:10.1109/VPPC60535.2023.10403286
Piecewise Linearization and Linepack in Operation of Integrated Electricity and Gas Systems
Perau, C.; Ruppert, M.; Fichtner, W.
2022. 17th IAEE European Energy Conference
Regionalization of four storylines for the decarbonization of the European power system including flexibilities
Perau, C.; Slednev, V.; Ruppert, M.; Fichtner, W.
2021. 12. Internationale Energiewirtschaftstagung, IEWT: Das Energiesystem nach Corona: Irreversible Strukturänderungen - Wie?. 8. - 10. September 2021, Karlsplatz & Online, TU Wien
Persisting barriers in the context of vehicle to grid: exploring the role of minimum security range based on consumer experience
Baumgartner, N.; Kellerer, F.; Dreisbusch, M.; Mang, S.; Ruppert, M.; Fichtner, W.
2021. 5th E-Mobility Power System Integration Symposium (EMOB 2021). Hybride Konferenz, 77–83, Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). doi:10.1049/icp.2021.2508
Dynamic optimal power flow with storage restrictions using augmented lagrangian algorithm
Ruppert, M.; Slednev, V.; Ardone, A.; Fichtner, W.
2018. 20th Power Systems Computation Conference, PSCC 2018; University College DublinDublin; Ireland; 11 June 2018 through 15 June 2018, Art. Nr.: 8442993, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). doi:10.23919/PSCC.2018.8442993
Understanding Distribution Grid Congestion Caused by Electricity Generation from Renewables
Schermeyer, H.; Studer, M.; Ruppert, M.; Fichtner, W.
2017. Smart Energy Research : At the Crossroads of Engineering, Economics, and Computer Science, 3rd and 4th IFIP TC 12 International Conferences, SmartER Europe 2016 and 2017, Revised Selected Papers, Essen, Germany, 16th - 18th February 2016 and 9th February 2017. Ed.: C. Derksen, 78–89, Springer-Verlag. doi:10.1007/978-3-319-66553-5_6
The impact of microeconomic decisions in electricity market modelling on load flows in transmission grids
Ruppert, M.; Slednev, V.; Bertsch, V.; Fichtner, W.
2016. 2016 13th International Conference on the European Energy Market (EEM), Porto, Portugal, 6th - 9th June 2016, 1–5, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). doi:10.1109/EEM.2016.7521238
Optimal load shedding in distributed networks with sigmoid cost functions
Ruppert, M.; Bertsch, V.; Fichtner, W.
2015. 2015 International Symposium on Smart Electric Distribution Systems and Technologies (EDST). Proceedings. 8-11 Sept. 2015, Vienna, Austria, 159–164, Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). doi:10.1109/SEDST.2015.7315200
A residential price elasticity model for agent-based simulation of decentralised energy systems
Hayn, M.; Ringler, P.; Ruppert, M.; Schmid, J.; Bertsch, V.; Keles, D.; Fichtner, W.
2014. SmartER Europe Conference, Essen, February 13, 2014

Reports/Preprints

Ergebnisbericht reFuels – Kraftstoffe neu denken
Heinzmann, P.; Glöser-Chahoud, S.; Schultmann, F.; Langenmayr, U.; Ruppert, M.; Fichtner, W.; Arnold, U.; Dahmen, N.; Fuchs, C.; Lam, H.; Graf, D.; Rauch, R.; Haas-Santo, K.; Dittmeyer, R.; Weyhing, T.; Wagner, U.; Andresh, M.; Haase, M.; Patyk, A.; Scheer, D.; Schmieder, L.; Kölle, C.; Landgraf, M.; Koch, T.; Sauer, J.
2023. (O. Toedter, Ed.), Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT). doi:10.5445/IR/1000159935
Zentrale und dezentrale Merkmale zukünftiger Systemstrukturen – Studie im Rahmen des Kopernikus-Projekts ENSURE
Noglik, P.; Zdrallek, M.; Zerger, C.; Künle, E.; Braun, M.; Fichtner, W.; Timpe, C.; Moser, A.; Pletzer, M.; Giuntoli, M.; Gutermuth, G.; Garzón-Real, J.; Kerzel, M.; Becker, L.-A.; Ruf, J.; Wildgrube, T.; Ulffers, J.; Ruppert, M.; Koch, M.; Seebach, D.; Kulms, T.; Nobis, M.; Schultheis, P.; Hebbeln, I.; Pohl, O.
2020. RWTH. doi:10.5445/IR/1000120614

Presentations

Multi-objective multi-period optimal congestion management in the transmission grid
Ruppert, M.; Ardone, A.; Fichtner, W.
2019, June 25. 30th European Conference on Operational Research (EURO 2019), Dublin, Ireland, June 23–26, 2019
Generation and transmission network expansion planning in power systems with a high share of renewable energies considering multiple weather years
Slednev, V.; Ruppert, M.; Bertsch, V.; Fichtner, W.
2019, June. 30th European Conference on Operational Research (EURO 2019), Dublin, Ireland, June 23–26, 2019
ADMM based decoupling techniques for unit commitment problems considering grid restrictions
Slednev, V.; Ruppert, M.; Bertsch, V.; Fichtner, W.
2018, October 10. 2nd International Symposium on Energy System Optimization (ISESO 2018), Karlsruhe, Germany, October 10–11, 2018
An augmented Lagrangian approach for solving the optimal generator placement problem in a transmission grid with a high share of renewable energies
Slednev, V.; Ruppert, M.; Bertsch, V.; Fichtner, W.
2018, July 10. 29th European Conference on Operational Research (EURO 2018), Valencia, Spain, July 8–11, 2018
Dynamic Optimal Power Flow with Storage Restrictions Using Augmented Lagrangian Algorithm
Ruppert, M.; Slednev, V.; Ardone, A.; Fichtner, W.
2018, June 14. 20th Power Systems Computation Conference (PSCC 2018), Dublin, Ireland, June 11–15, 2018
Multi-objective optimal congestion management in the German transmission grid
Ruppert, M.; Slednev, V.; Bertsch, V.; Fichtner, W.
2018. 29th European Conference on Operational Research (EURO 2018), Valencia, Spain, July 8–11, 2018
The Impact of Increasing Renewable Generation on the Operational Cost in the British Electricity Transmission System
Ruppert, M.; Lupo, S.; Slednev, V.; Fichtner, W.
2017, June 19. 40th IAEE International Conference, Singapore, SGP, June 18-21, 2017
Methoden für intelligente Liegenschaften und Märkte
Lehmann, N.; Ruppert, M.; Ardone, A.; Fichtner, W.; Dauer, D.
2017, February 1. Zukünftige Stromnetze für Erneuerbare Energien, Berlin, 31.01.-01.02.2017

Curriculum Vitae

Since 2020

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)

Head of group Transport and energy, Chair of energy economics, Institute for Industrial Production, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Germany

2013 - 2020

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)

Research Associate, Chair of energy economics, Institute for Industrial Production, Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Germany

2007 - 2013

RWTH Aachen University und Chalmers University of Technology

Business Administration & Engineering: Electrical Power Engineering (B.Sc., M.Sc.)