Dear Colleagues,
Distributed energy systems (DES), also called distributed generation or on-site generation when referring to electricity supply, refers to the electrical generation performed by a variety of small, grid-connected, or distribution system-connected devices, rather than transmitting energy over the electric grid from a large, centralized facility. This kind of systems use renewable energy (photovoltaic, wind power, small hydro, biomass, etc.) but they can also use fossil-fuel technologies (diesel generator, etc.), with power typically lower than 10 MW and in many cases hybrid systems (multiple generation and storage components) are used. Waste-to-energy, combined heat and power (CHP), and storage (batteries or other kinds of storage) are also included in this kind of system. DES increase energy efficiency, reduce carbon pollution, improve grid resiliency and security of supply and curtail the need for new transmission investments. Microgrids (localized, small-scale grids) are DES systems, strengthening grid resilience, and helping mitigate grid disturbances. They can disconnect from the centralized grid and operate in off-grid mode.
Taking into account all the above, this Special Issue is dedicated to any topic related to “Distributed Energy Systems”, grid-connected or off-grid systems, using renewable, fossil-fuel technologies or hybrid systems, with or without storage. It includes modeling, control, protection, operation, sizing, simulation, optimization, grid stability, and other issues, considering technical, or environmental aspects.
Prof. Dr. Rodolfo Dufo-López
Collection Editor
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