Reference network development for distribution network pricing

The complexity in handling distribution networks for network pricing analysis can be reduced with the development of simplified reference network model of the actual network. These models provide a test system to assess the investment consequences of applying different tariff charging approaches and analyzing the impact of such approaches on customer use-of-system prices. This helps to foresee the requirement of future network investment. The inherent idea is to be able to visualize the impact of pricing models while working with a small number of networks that are able to represent a large number of actual feeders. As the thrust of power system restructuring is shifting towards developing countries, a relevant work for a large network has been undertaken.