Evaluation of the Levelized Cost of Energy Method for Analyzing Renewable Energy Systems: A Case Study of System Equivalency Crossover Points Under Varying Analysis Assumptions

2015 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 199-208 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cory R. A. Hallam ◽  
Carolina Contreras
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Energy Method ◽  
Energy Systems ◽  
Renewable Energy Systems ◽  
Levelized Cost ◽  
Cost Of Energy

Renewable Energy Systems for Demand-Side Management in Industrial Facilities

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joseph Elio ◽  
Patrick Phelan ◽  
Rene Villalobos ◽  
Ryan J. Milcarek
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Cost Savings ◽  
Energy Systems ◽  
Demand Side Management ◽  
Demand Side ◽  
Renewable Energy Systems ◽  
Industrial Facilities ◽  
Levelized Cost ◽  
Cost Of Energy ◽  
The Cost

Abstract Due to high energy usage and power demand in industrial facilities, demand-side management (DSM) can simultaneously yield substantial energy cost savings for the facility and reduce the load on the power grid. There are many means of DSM, the most common being peak clipping, which is easily done with renewable energy systems and other power-generating devices. In this work, renewable energy systems (RESs) are critically reviewed and compared based on their application to industrial demand-side management (IDSM). Specifically, the RESs reviewed herein include photovoltaics, wind turbines, geothermal, and hybrid renewable energy systems. These devices are introduced, followed by a discussion of their advantages, disadvantages, and feasibility for use in IDSM. Most importantly, the reduction in the carbon footprint of power generation plants resulting from the use of RESs for IDSM is investigated. Comparisons are made based upon rated power, capital costs, O&M costs, levelized cost of energy, and the feasibility for use in industrial facilities. Using the values in the cost comparisons, the levelized cost of energy (LCOE) is derived for each device and used in a techno-economic analysis comparing the cost savings for the different RESs for a hypothetical plant.

The influence of climate change on renewable energy systems designed to achieve zero energy buildings in the present: A case study in the Brazilian Savannah

2020 ◽  
Vol 52 ◽  
pp. 101843 ◽  
Author(s):  
Emeli Lalesca Aparecida da Guarda ◽  
Renata Mansuelo Alves Domingos ◽  
Stefany Hoffmann Martins Jorge ◽  
Luciane Cleonice Durante ◽  
João Carlos Machado Sanches ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Energy Systems ◽  
Zero Energy ◽  
Renewable Energy Systems ◽  
Brazilian Savannah ◽  
Zero Energy Buildings

A Framework for the Development of Technical Requirements for Renewable Energy Systems at a Small-Scale Airport Facility

2015 ◽  
Author(s):  
Troy V. Nguyen ◽  
Aldo Fabregas Ariza ◽  
Nicholas W. Miller ◽  
Ismael Cremer
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Energy Systems ◽  
Clean Energy ◽  
Target System ◽  
Energy Sources ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Renewable Energy Systems ◽  
Technical Requirements

Airports are key components of the global transportation system and are the subject of continuous sustainability improvements. Promoting clean energy sources and energy-efficient practices can help attain major sustainability goals at airports around the world. Although small airports are greater in number, most of the “sustainability” attention has been given to large airports. Small airports are typically located in rural areas, making them excellent candidates for renewable energy. This paper focuses on the planning and selection of renewable energy systems as a strategic method to reduce energy use and increase electric power reliability at small-scale airport facilities. The target system may use a combination of renewable energy sources to produce electrical power for the on-site facilities. The framework details include methods of energy collection, power production, and energy storage that are environmentally sound. A small airport serving a dual role as a flight training facility was used as case study. In the case study, systems engineering methodology was adapted to the small airport/ renewable energy domain in order to effectively identify stakeholders and elicit user requirements. These, coupled with industrial standards, relevant government regulations, and a priori constraints, are used to derive the initial requirements that serve as the basis for a preliminary design. The proposed framework also contains provisions for an on-site assessment of existing airport energy needs, sources, providers, and location-specific assets and challenges.

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