Hybrid System Assessment in On-Grid and Off-Grid Conditions: A Technical and Economical Approach

Jonathan Muñoz Tabora, Ulisses Carvalho Paixão Júnior, Carlos Eduardo Moreira Rodrigues, Ubiratan Holanda Bezerra, Maria Emília de Lima Tostes, Bruno S. de Albuquerque, Edson Ortiz de Matos and Andréia Antloga do Nascimento
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Jonathan Muñoz Tabora: Post-Graduate Program in Electrical Engineering, Federal University of Para, Belém 66075-110, Brazil
Ulisses Carvalho Paixão Júnior: Post-Graduate Program in Electrical Engineering, Federal University of Para, Belém 66075-110, Brazil
Carlos Eduardo Moreira Rodrigues: Post-Graduate Program in Electrical Engineering, Federal University of Para, Belém 66075-110, Brazil
Ubiratan Holanda Bezerra: Post-Graduate Program in Electrical Engineering, Federal University of Para, Belém 66075-110, Brazil
Maria Emília de Lima Tostes: Post-Graduate Program in Electrical Engineering, Federal University of Para, Belém 66075-110, Brazil
Bruno S. de Albuquerque: Post-Graduate Program in Electrical Engineering, Federal University of Para, Belém 66075-110, Brazil
Edson Ortiz de Matos: Post-Graduate Program in Electrical Engineering, Federal University of Para, Belém 66075-110, Brazil
Andréia Antloga do Nascimento: Norte Energia S.A., Brasilia 70390-025, Brazil

Energies, 2021, vol. 14, issue 17, 1-21

Abstract: Photovoltaic systems can strengthen the energy matrix aiming at energy sustainability, however, their intermittence, the availability time frame and seasonality effects are complicating aspects for the operation of these systems. To mitigate such problems, a possible measure is the operation of hybrid systems (HS) associated with storage systems to meet the energy demand. This study presents real operational scenarios for the management of a hybrid mini-grid installed in the Amazon region in Brazil, capable of managing energy supply and demand, changing the generation curve, reducing fossil fuel consumption and energy costs, in addition to providing flexibility and operational safety to the electrical operating under on-grid or off-grid conditions. Through technical and economic analyses, the objective of this study is to show that hybrid systems can be implemented in small and medium consumers, in addition to generating a new market option for utilities. This research evaluates the operation of HS concurrently with the electrical grid and the results show that the system meets the technical requirements, in addition to bringing financial and ecological benefits. This information can support the decisions of consumers, utilities and energy operators for the development of the national market for on-grid and off-grid HS.

Keywords: hybrid system; storage system; photovoltaic generation; diesel generation; hybrid mini grid; economic analysis (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q Q0 Q4 Q40 Q41 Q42 Q43 Q47 Q48 Q49 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2021
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