This paper presents different applications for a system dynamics simulation model representing the technical aspects of hydro electric production. The base model, developed for a Norwegian utility company, original was designed to improve understanding of a complex, technical system in a group of non technical decision makers. Experience showed that the applicability of the model was more substantial than expected. Based on the original core model a number of applications where developed meeting as different demands as decision aid for daily production planning, learning aid for new operators, evaluation of capacity expansion plans, inspection of system parameters and measurements quality and to assess the value of future production potential.
The paper describes the core model and how this core were expanded and used in a number of different applications. The development as well as the use of the applications are discussed. The model structure can be easily adapted to represent other hydro electric production sites and to support other applications. We are presently in the process of adapting the model for a Colombian utility company to assist them in determining the company’s value.