The adaptive control methodology applied: Kyoto polices for the Belgian power industry

In this paper we present an application under development of the Adaptive Control Methodology concerning the climate change impact of the (Belgian) electricity industry. The created framework integrates an information system, a system dynamics model, a decision support system and a monitoring and control phase. This way, the long-term dynamical impacts of different reduction policies could be assessed and the most appropriate policy mix be determined, taking into account several criteria such as the CO2-emissions (Kyoto objectives) and the costs. Finally, after implementing the chosen “policy-mix”, monitoring and control should enable us to follow-up the evolution and correct possible deviations from the anticipated and wanted trajectory.