scholarly journals An Economic Analysis of Small-Scale Standalone Photovoltaic System with Hydrogen Storage System

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Nur Dalilah Nordin ◽  
Hasimah Abdul Rahman
Keyword(s):  
Economic Analysis ◽  
Hydrogen Storage ◽  
Meteorological Data ◽  
Photovoltaic System ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Optimal Size ◽  
Pv System ◽  
Levelized Cost ◽  
Cost Of Energy ◽  
Power Load

This paper proposes design steps in obtaining the optimal size of a standalone photovoltaic (PV) system, which is able to meet a predetermined power load requirement. The keys of the system sizing are primarily to satisfy a specific load demand that depends on the power generated from the installed PV system and also to maintain hydrogen storage state of charge. A case study was conducted using Kuala Lumpur's meteorological data and a typical rural area load profile of 2.215 kWh. An economic analysis on the system was performed in order to determine system feasibility. The levelized cost of energy for the proposed system was RM1.98/kWh. However, the results showed that if the same configuration used absorbent glass mat (AGM) battery as the backup power supply, the system cost and levelized cost of energy is lower. Therefore, a sensitivity analysis of the electrolyzer and fuel cell efficiencies towards levelized cost of energy for the proposed system was executed. The result indicates that unless the efficiency of hydrogen storage technologies significantly increases in the future, the system will not be feasible to be implemented in Malaysia.

A simplified method for fault detection and identification of mismatch modules and strings in a grid-tied solar photovoltaic system

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (4) ◽  
Author(s):  
Namani Rakesh ◽  
Sanchari Banerjee ◽  
Senthilkumar Subramaniam ◽  
Natarajan Babu
Keyword(s):  
Characteristic Curve ◽  
Dynamic Change ◽  
Photovoltaic System ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Pv System ◽  
Pv Array ◽  
Detection And Identification ◽  
Fault Detection And Identification ◽  
Theoretical Predictions ◽  
Solar Photovoltaic System

AbstractThe foremost problem facing by the photovoltaic (PV) system is to identify the faults and partial shade conditions. Further, the power loss can be avoided by knowing the number of faulty modules and strings. Hence, to attend these problems, a new method is proposed to differentiate the faults and partially shaded conditions along with the number of mismatch modules and strings for a dynamic change in irradiation. The proposed method has developed in two main steps based on a simple observation from the Current versus Voltage (I-V) characteristic curve of PV array at Line-Line (LL) fault. First, the type of fault is detected using defined variables, which are continuously updated from PV array voltage, current, and irradiation. Second, it gives the number of mismatch modules (or short-circuited bypass diodes) and mismatch strings (or open-circuited blocking diodes) by comparing with the theoretical predictions from the I-V characteristic curve of PV array. The proposed algorithm has been validated both on experimentation using small scale grid-connected PV array developed in the laboratory as well as MATLAB/Simulink simulations. Further, the comparative assessment with existing methods is presented with various performance indices to show the effectiveness of the proposed algorithm.

Study on Solar Automatic Waterfall-Type Aeration System

2011 ◽  
Vol 356-360 ◽  
pp. 2393-2398
Author(s):  
Qi Qi Wei ◽  
Bei Yue Tan
Keyword(s):  
Control System ◽  
Carbon Emission ◽  
Meteorological Data ◽  
Low Cost ◽  
Photovoltaic System ◽  
Cell Array ◽  
System Optimum ◽  
Pv System ◽  
Aeration System ◽  
Motor Control System

photovoltaic system, optimum tilted angle, siphon principle, water treatment Abstract. Based on the recent research at home and abroad and the local meteorological data, this study aims to determine the optimum tilt angle of the solar-cell array surface and the best month on the system to achieve the optimal design of PV system. Full mechanical automatic control system is designed by using lever principle and siphon principle to realize the purpose of all-day and maintenance-free operational situation. It can replace the motor control system and at the same time，enjoys reliability, low cost, long life and energy conservation. The indoor and local river data of the experiment shows that this system has an evident effect on water decontamination. Furthermore， comparing with traditional aeration system. It has many advantages, for instance, it can save more than 20 thousand and carbon emission can be reduced by 683 ton and other aspects.

scholarly journals Technoeconomical Assessment of Optimum Design for Photovoltaic Water Pumping System for Rural Area in Oman

2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hussein A. Kazem ◽  
Ali H. A. Al-Waeli ◽  
Atma H. K. Al-Kabi ◽  
Asma Al-Mamari
Keyword(s):  
Optimum Design ◽  
Irrigation System ◽  
Meteorological Data ◽  
Diesel Generator ◽  
Pv System ◽  
Pumping System ◽  
Water Pumping ◽  
Cost Of Energy ◽  
Yield Factor ◽  
The Cost

Photovoltaic (PV) systems have been used globally for a long time to supply electricity for water pumping system for irrigation. System cost drops down with time since PV technology, efficiency, and design methodology have been improved and cost of wattage drops dramatically in the last decade. In the present paper optimum PV system design for water pumping system has been proposed for Oman. Intuitive and numerical methods were used to design the system. HOMER software as a numerical method was used to design the system to come up with optimum design for Oman. Also, REPS.OM software has been used to find the optimum design based on hourly meteorological data. The daily solar energy in Sohar was found to be 6.182 kWh/m2·day. However, it is found that the system annual yield factor is 2024.66 kWh/kWp. Furthermore, the capacity factor was found to be 23.05%, which is promising. The cost of energy and system capital cost has been compared with that of diesel generator and systems in literature. The comparison shows that the cost of energy is 0.180, 0.309, and 0.790 USD/kWh for PV-REPS.OM, PV-HOMER, and diesel systems, respectively, which sound that PV water pumping systems are promising in Oman.

scholarly journals Comparison of Turkey’s Geographical Regions in terms of Stand-Alone PV System Design and Cost Parameters

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nevzat Onat
Keyword(s):  
Rural Areas ◽  
Life Cycle Cost ◽  
Meteorological Data ◽  
Geographical Area ◽  
Excess Energy ◽  
Utilization Rate ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Pv System ◽  
Unit Energy ◽  
Geographical Regions

Stand-alone photovoltaic (SAPV) systems are widely used in rural areas where there is no national grid or as a precaution against power outages. In this study, technical and economic analysis of a SAPV system was carried out using meteorological data for 75 province centers in seven geographical regions of Turkey. Obtained results for each province center were separated by geographical area. The averages of the centers for each region are taken as output. A calculation algorithm based on MsExcel has been established for these operations. The analyses made with the developed algorithm are repeated for five different scenarios that they cover periods of time when a constant strong load is active for all seasons (winter, spring, summer, and autumn) and all year round. The developed algorithm calculates the life-cycle cost, the unit energy cost, the electrical capacity utilization rate, the amount of generated/excess energy per month, the initial investment/replacement, and operating and maintenance (O&M) costs of each element. As a result, geographical regions of Turkey are compared in terms of these outputs graphically. Further investigations may include the sale of excess energy generated, small-scale PV system cost factors parallel to the grid, and the effects of government incentives.

scholarly journals Assessment and Analysis of a Grid-Tied Photovoltaic System with Net-Metering for State University in Pampanga

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 1846-1849
Keyword(s):  
Alternative Energy ◽  
Electrical Power ◽  
Photovoltaic System ◽  
State University ◽  
Electrical Power System ◽  
Pv System ◽  
Main Campus ◽  
Utility Company ◽  
Net Metering ◽  
Cost Of Energy

The utilization of renewable and eco-friendly source of energy which is also referred as “Alternative Energy” is now being recognized around the world, particularly the Solar Energy. The study proposes a grid-tied photovoltaic system with net-metering that generates electricity that is linked in the electrical grid, where in excess power is sold to the utility company. The objective is to improve the cost of energy consumption of Don Honorio Ventura State University Main Campus by designing and assessing Electrical Power System that lessens the dependency on the Distribution Utility (DU). The design of the system used with respect to the roofing area per building is (3,464) 300 Watts polycrystalline PV panels, (2) uni-directional or (1) bi-directional meter for monitoring the import and export energy, and 30kW-100kW inverter to convert DC (direct current) to AC (alternating current).The computation of the savings was based on the total kWh used per month with the system installed and includes the excess or export energy that is generated from the PV solar panels. Through the assessment of the proposed system, it will surely help Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU) Main Campus to save monthly electric bill and lessen the dependency of the University to the utility grid. Since DHVSU’s building are secondary metered by the Distribution Utility, there is a need to install separate PV System set-up tp meet the individual electrical requirement. The PV system will be installed via On-Grid Connection to the DU subject to the Net Metering rules and guidelines as stated by the Renewable Energy Act of 2008.

scholarly journals Cost-Benefit Analysis of Small-Scale Rooftop PV Systems: The Case of Dragotin, Croatia

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (19) ◽  
pp. 9318
Author(s):  
Mladen Bošnjaković ◽  
Ante Čikić ◽  
Boris Zlatunić
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Electricity Consumption ◽  
Electricity Production ◽  
Small Scale ◽  
Optimal Size ◽  
Pv System ◽  
Load Curve ◽  
Pv Systems ◽  
Hourly Data ◽  
Daily Load

A large drop in prices of photovoltaic (PV) equipment, an increase in electricity prices, and increasing environmental pressure to use renewable energy sources that pollute the environment significantly less than the use of fossil fuels have led to a large increase in installed roof PV capacity in many parts of the world. In this context, this paper aims to analyze the cost-effectiveness of installing PV systems in the rural continental part of Croatia on existing family houses. A typical example is a house in Dragotin, Croatia with an annual consumption of 4211.70 kWh of electricity on which PV panels are placed facing south under the optimal slope. The calculation of the optimal size of a PV power plant with a capacity of 3.6 kW, without battery energy storage, was performed by the Homer program. The daily load curve was obtained by measuring the electricity consumption at the facility every hour during a characteristic day in the month of June. As most of the activities are related to electricity consumption, repeating during most days of the year, and taking into account seasonal activities, daily load curves were made for a characteristic day in each month of the year. Taking into account the insolation for the specified location, using the Internet platform Solargis Prospect, hourly data on the electricity production of selected PV modules for a characteristic day in each month were obtained. Based on the previous data, the electricity injected into the grid and taken from the grid was calculated. Taking into account the current tariffs for the sale and purchase of electricity, investment prices, and maintenance of equipment, the analysis shows that such a PV system can pay off in 10.5 years without government incentives.

Energetic and economic analysis of a stand alone photovoltaic system with hydrogen storage

2019 ◽  
Vol 142 ◽  
pp. 316-329 ◽  
Author(s):  
C. Marino ◽  
A. Nucara ◽  
M.F. Panzera ◽  
M. Pietrafesa ◽  
V. Varano
Keyword(s):  
Economic Analysis ◽  
Hydrogen Storage ◽  
Photovoltaic System

scholarly journals Techno-economic analysis for the role of single end energy user in mitigating GHG emission

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Waqas Ahmed ◽  
Jamil Ahmed Sheikh ◽  
Muhammad Nouman ◽  
Mian Farhan Ullah ◽  
M. A. Parvez Mahmud
Keyword(s):  
Solar Radiation ◽  
Economic Analysis ◽  
Energy Production ◽  
Fossil Fuel ◽  
Meteorological Data ◽  
Green Energy ◽  
Pv System ◽  
Ghg Mitigation ◽  
Energy Demands

Abstract Background Households, as end energy users, consume grid electricity to meet their energy demands. However, grids across the globe for energy production are majorly based on fossil fuel technology and make the highest contributions to global warming and climate change due to greenhouse gases (GHG) emissions. This generic study aims to investigate the minute role of a single-end energy consumer in GHG mitigation by switching to a rooftop PV system to meet his energy demands and trading surplus energy to the grid through its techno-economic analysis. Method For the study impact, NASA Meteorological Data are used to select an ideal single energy user equipped with a 10-kW PV system based on annual average daily solar radiation and ambient temperature through MATLAB/Simulink, for 11 populous cities in Pakistan. Helioscope software is used to select tilt and azimuthal angles to maximize the solar radiation intercept. Afterward, RETScreen software is used for cost, financial and GHG analysis. Result and conclusion A single end energy user equipped with a 10-kW PV system switched to a green energy source from a fossil fuel-based grid has the potential to avoid the burning of 3570.6 L of gasoline by producing 16,832 kWh of green energy per annum, while financially recovering the 10-kW PV system’s 7337$ grid-tied investment in 5 years (equity) and in 9 years (equity) in a 9077$ stand-alone system over its 25-year life. This approach provides relief to end energy users from high priced grid electricity through environmental friendliness by mitigating 8.3 tons of CO2 equivalent emissions per annum from energy production, while providing relief to the main grid by grid stabilization through peak shaving, in the broad sense.

scholarly journals Performance of Grid-Connected Photovoltaic System in Two Sites in Kuwait

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Hajiah ◽  
Tamer Khatib ◽  
K. Sopian ◽  
M. Sebzali
Keyword(s):  
Meteorological Data ◽  
Technical Information ◽  
High Energy ◽  
Photovoltaic System ◽  
Energy Productivity ◽  
Pv System ◽  
Technology Investment ◽  
Annual Capacity ◽  
The Cost ◽  
Pv Grid

This paper presents an assessment of the electricity generated by photovoltaic (PV) grid-connected systems in Kuwait. Three years of meteorological data are provided for two main sites in Kuwait, namely, Al-Wafra and Mutla. These data and a PV grid-connected system mathematical model are used to assist a 100 kWp grid-connected PV system proposed for both sites. The proposed systems show high energy productivity whereas the annual capacity factors for Mutla and Al-Wafra are 22.25% and 21.6%, respectively. Meanwhile the annual yield factors for Mutla and Al-Wafra are 1861 kWh/kWp/year and 1922.7 kWh/kWp/year, respectively. On the other hand the cost of the energy generated by both systems is about 0.1 USD/kWh which is very close to the price of the energy sold by the Ministry of Electricity and Water (MEW). Furthermore the invested money is recovered during the assumed life cycle time whereas the payback period for both sites is about 15 years. This work contains worthwhile technical information for those who are interested in PV technology investment in Kuwait.

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