Jing Chen provides analysis and recommendations of energy policy best practices as part of RAP's China team. Her research and outreach tailors international perspectives to the context of the clean energy transition in China, with a focus on energy market design.
Chen joined RAP in 2023 after completing her master's in civil and environmental engineering, with a concentration in atmosphere and energy. During her graduate studies, she acquired extensive knowledge of quantitative methods to solve real-world problems, including data analysis, energy system optimization and economic modeling. As part of a strategic economic project exploring electricity markets, Jingying assumed a leadership role, overseeing a simulated day-ahead energy market. She orchestrated key decisions to maximize profit, strategically selling energy, trading REC and forward contracts.
Jingying Chen earned a master’s degree from Stanford University. Before her graduate studies, Chen obtained her bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, with a minor in climate change studies, from the University of California, San Diego. There she studied the underlying physics of renewable energy and projection methods.
In addition to English, Jingying is fluent in Chinese Mandarin and Cantonese and is able to read and write in Simplified and Traditional Chinese.
How Jingying “Jing” Chen is Energizing Change
探索电气化供暖的需求响应潜力
在“双碳”目标的推动下，建筑供暖的电气化比例将显著提升，热泵的部署也将加速增长。热泵不仅能提供高效的供暖方式，还可以通过需求响应机制为电力系统提供灵活调节能力。对供热方而言，这有助于降低热泵运行成本，拓宽供热企业的收入渠道，从而提升热泵的市场竞争力。对供电方而言，这能保障电力系统的安全稳定运行、减轻电网扩容压力，降低供电成本，并促进可再生能源电力消纳。 本文探讨了大型热泵在中型区域供热系统（如小区、大型建筑）中的应用（业内称之为“分布式热泵”）。文章结合国内外案例，探讨如何挖掘电气化供暖的需求响应潜力，并提出优化电价机制、完善需求侧资源补偿机制、推广储热设备三项策略，以增强电网与供热系统的协同优化，实现保障电力系统稳定运行与减轻供热碳排放的双重目标。 本文缩略版首刊于《中国电力报》，2025年3月24日… Read More +
调整省间输电价格机制，减少交易壁垒
在大规模风电和光伏并网的时代，如何进一步促进可再生能源消纳，解锁统一电力市场的价值，已成为全球性挑战。2024年5月28日，国家能源局发布《关于做好新能源消纳工作 保障新能源高质量发展的通知》（国能发电力〔2024〕44号），其中针对省间输电提出了一项重要改革：“在受端省份电价较低时段，通过采购受端省份新能源电量完成送电计划”。这项要求是多年来对省间电力互济模式的一次重大突破，能够进一步释放“全国统一电力市场”的优势。然而，现行的省间单一电量输电定价机制可能会成为这一新政策实施的限制因素。 本文从理想状态下区域统一电力系统应遵循的基本原则出发，分析了现有跨省跨区专项工程的输电定价机制与《通知》新要求及基本原则之间的潜在矛盾。在此基础上，通过借鉴美国区域输电组织PJM和欧洲跨国输电设施的成本分摊模式，提出了基于绩效调整电网公司跨省跨区收入水平和基于容量分摊跨省跨区输电成本的方法，以更好地配合政策实施并促进电力系统优化和高效运行。 本文分为上、下两期刊登于《南方能源观察》… Read More +
How have RAP’s values shown up in your work?
The first value drives the purpose of my work: to enhance the world in ways that harmonize with individuals' lives and bring contentment. The subsequent two values shape my approach at RAP: welcoming diverse ideas while maintaining a well-rounded perspective, all while considering the impact on various groups. The final value acts as a reminder to embrace progress incrementally, accept imperfections and welcome repetition.
What’s your passion outside of RAP/clean energy?
As indicated by my horoscope sign, I frequently immerse myself in either playful endeavors or learning experiences. I have taken singing and instrument classes, joined the dance team and undertaken a range of DIY projects. Additionally, I enhance my daily routine by exploring the world of video games and indulging in educational entertainment videos.
When I was 5, I was pretty sure I’d be a psychologist or therapist when I grew up. While my path has taken a different direction, I've continued to adopt the role of a 'big sister'. Whether it's in my professional or personal relationships, my enthusiasm for offering assistance and support remains a constant driving force.