TECHNICAL ANALYSIS OF PHOTOVOLTAIC/WIND SYSTEMS WITH HYDROGEN STORAGE

Abstract

The technical analysis of a hybrid wind-photovoltaic energy system with hydrogen gas storage was studied. The market for the distributed power generation based on renewable energy is increasing, particularly for the standalone mini-grid applications. The main design components of PV/Wind hybrid system are the PV panels, the wind turbine and an alkaline electrolyzer with tank. The technical analysis is based on the transient system simulation program TRNSYS 16. The study is realized using the meteorological data for a Typical Metrological Year (TMY) for region of Novi Sad, Belgrade cities and Kopaonik national park in Serbia. The purpose of the study is to design a realistic energy system that maximizes the use of renewable energy and minimizes the use of fossil fuels. The reduction in the CO2 emissions is also analyzed in the paper.

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Dates

  • Submission Date2012-03-06
  • Revision Date2012-04-14
  • Acceptance Date2012-04-25

DOI Reference

10.2298/TSCI120306132B

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