The present research article focuses on an analytically based method for the optimal allocation and sizing of a renewable energy source (RES) capable of injecting both active and reactive powers in the distribution network. The placement of distribut...
The increasing penetration of renewable energy sources (RESs), such as photovoltaic and wind power plants, into the medium-voltage distribution grid creates significant concerns regarding voltage control at local substations. Understanding the specif...
The need for energy has significantly increased in the world in recent years. Various research works were presented to develop Renewable Energy Sources (RESs) as green energy Distributed Generations (DGs) to satisfy this demand. In addition, alleviat...
The penetration of renewable energy sources (RESs) is increasing in modern power systems. However, the uncertainties of RESs pose challenges to distribution system operations, such as RES curtailment. Demand response (DR) and battery energy storage s...
In the modern power system, Flexible Alternating Current Transmission System (FACTS) devices are widely used. An increased share of the distributed generation (DG) and the development of microgrids change the power flows in the existing distribution...
The gradual displacement of synchronous generators driven by conventional power plants, due to the increasing penetration of distributed renewable energy sources (DRES) in distribution grids, is creating a shortage of crucial ancillary services (AS)...
A novel distributed feedback optimization-based controller for electric vehicle (EV) chargers and renewable energy sources (RESs) in distribution systems is proposed. The proposed controller utilizes the flexibility in EV chargers’ active and r...
This paper presents the development and the application of a hybrid multi-criteria method, the combination of the Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP), and numerical taxonomy (NT), to support the decision making on the location of distributed renewable e...
Poland’s rapid expansion of renewable energy sources (RES) and of distributed photovoltaics (PVs) in particular has increasingly collided with a finite and unevenly distributed resource: available capacity in the electricity distribution grid....
The impacts of the fast growth of renewable energy sources (RESs) and distribution static synchronous compensators (D-STATCOMs) on unbalanced radial distribution networks (URDNs) are analyzed with three-phase power flow algorithms (PFAs). As the URDN...
High-penetration integration of Renewable Energy Sources (RESs) and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESSs) has transformed Distribution Network Reconfiguration (DNR) from a static topology optimization task into a complex combinatorial problem with s...
This paper applies the Chameleon Swarm Algorithm (CSA) and Snow Geese Algorithm (SGA) for optimizing the placement of electric vehicle charge stations (EVCSs), renewable energy sources (RESs), and shunt capacitors (SCs). The actual power ranges of th...
Although rooftop PV panels and battery energy storage systems have been well established for detached residential buildings, there is still a lack of access to the advantages of onsite renewable energy generation and consumption for residents of mult...
In pursuit of energy self-sufficiency and meeting the growing energy demand, the Philippine government has formulated its Energy Road Map for the year 2040, aiming to strengthen, continue, and accelerate the adoption of renewable energy (RE) across t...
Due to the increasing use of renewable, non-controllable energy generation systems energy storage systems (ESS) are seen as a necessary part of future power delivery systems. ESS have gained research interest and practical implementation over the pas...
In order to cope with the efficient consumption and flexible regulation of resource scarcity due to grid integration of renewable energy sources, a scheduling strategy that takes into account the coordinated interaction of source, grid, load, and sto...
This paper assesses the behaviour of active distribution networks with high penetration of renewable energy sources when the control is performed in a centralised manner. The control assets are the on-load tap changers of transformers at the primary...
Environmental concerns and the Paris agreements have prompted intensive efforts towards greener and more sustainable transportation. Persistent expansion of electric vehicles (EV) in the transportation sector requires electric vehicle charging statio...
This paper demonstrates the effectiveness of Demand Side Response (DSR) with renewable integration by solving the stochastic optimal operation problem (OOP) in the IEEE 118-bus distribution system over 24 h. An Improved Walrus Optimization Algorithm...
Cryptocurrencies utilize blockchain technology to ensure transparency, decentralization, and immutability in financial transactions. It is expected that blockchain applications will significantly impact renewable energy markets. However, there is a l...
This paper presents a methodology for energy management in a smart microgrid based on the efficiency of dispatchable generation sources and storage systems, with three different aims: elimination of power peaks; optimisation of the operation and perf...
This study aims to simulate the use of renewable energy in the form of different energy sources, such as solar cells, district heating, and in the presence of battery storage and for high penetration of electric vehicles in a typical Swedish power gr...
Health impacts and a decrease in the quality of life caused by air pollution is a major problem worldwide. Krakow is one of the most affected cities in the EU by air pollution mostly caused by burning solid fuels in households’ furnaces. It is...
Given the importance of renewable energy sources in distribution systems, this article addresses the problem of locating and determining the capacity of these sources, namely, wind turbines and solar panels. To solve this optimization problem, a new...
Electricity supply in nonelectrified areas can be covered by distributed renewable energy systems. The main disadvantage of these systems is the intermittent and often unpredictable nature of renewable energy sources. Moreover, the temporal distribut...
The Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) 2019 outlines South Africa’s goal of achieving a diverse and sustainable energy mix. To achieve this, innovative methods must be found to integrate renewable energy sources while preserving grid stability. Vir...
With the increase in the proportion of photovoltaic and wind power access, the scale and form of distribution networks are becoming more and more complex. The traditional single distribution network vulnerability assessment method is difficult to use...
Distribution networks were conceived to distribute the energy received from transmission and subtransmission to supply passive loads. This approach, however, is not valid anymore due to the presence of distributed generation, which is mainly based on...
This research focuses on evaluating the importance of the use of renewable sources through distributed generation and its implication in the operation of electrical systems given that its incorporation has a direct impact on the expansion of the capa...
Distributed energy resources provide local power as a supplement on the customer side. Recent rapid development of the distributed energy source enhances the clear energy production at the terminal of the power system. Whereas the small capacity of a...
Smart Community microgrids could help to improve overall energy efficiency reducing transmission and distribution losses and allowing the implementation of optimal load control and resource dispatching. In this context, the authors have proposed the...
This article details a matrix-based mathematical method to calculate power flows and transmission losses in an electric grid specifically attributable to low-carbon and renewable energy sources (LCRES) (wind, solar, nuclear). The goal is to improve t...
This paper provides a thorough exploration of the evolution and contemporary trends in electrical-distribution networks, with a focus on smart grids in the context of Industry 4.0. Beginning with the traditional components of electrical grids, the st...
Renewable energy supply chains must balance sourcing continuity and changing manufacturer options. Using 3.52 million U.S. distributed-solar projects, we reconstructed quarterly manufacturer-use portfolios to examine subsequent renewal. We estimated...
The study presents the results of research aimed at developing digital models for determining the operating parameters of railway power supply systems equipped with distributed generation plants based on renewable energy sources (RESs). RESs can be u...
With the increasing penetration of distributed renewable energy sources, such as photovoltaic and wind power, their strong randomness and volatility pose significant challenges to distribution network operation and control. Simultaneously, missing an...
A smart grid facilitates more effective energy management of an electrical grid system. Because both energy consumption and associated building operation costs are increasing rapidly around the world, the need for flexible and cost-effective manageme...
In order to solve urgent energy and environmental problems, it is essential to carry out high installation of distributed generation using renewable energy sources (RESs) and environmentally-friendly storage technologies. However, a high penetration...
The present and future conditions in the energy market impose extremely high standards to the operation of building energy systems. Moreover, distribution networks face new operational and technical challenges as a result of the rapid penetration of...
In this paper a novel model is being proposed and considered by ENEL—the largest electric utility in Chile—and analyzed thoroughly, whereby electric power control and energy management for a 60-apartments’ residential building is pr...
Ignoring the dynamic output recovery of distributed renewable energy sources (dRESs) during distribution network restoration may lead to low voltage in the initial stage, which can cause dRESs and loads to trip and even prevent the recovery of the en...
A model suitable to obtain where and when renewable energy sources (RES) should be allocated as part of generation planning in distribution systems is formulated. The proposed model starts from an existing two-stage stochastic mixed-integer linear pr...
The fast depletion of fossil fuels and the growing awareness of the need for environmental protection have led us to the energy crisis. Positive development has been achieved since the last decade by the collective effort of scientists. In this regar...
As many new devices and factors, such as renewable energy sources, energy storage (ESs), electric vehicles (EVs), and demand response (DR), flood into the distribution network, the characteristics of the distribution network are becoming complicated...
Against the backdrop of a high proportion of distributed renewable energy sources being integrated into the power grid, distribution networks are confronted with issues of grid-wide and decentralized harmonic pollution and voltage deviation, renderin...
Distributed generators (DG) using renewable energy sources (RESs) have been attracting special attention within distribution systems. However, a large amount of DG penetration causes voltage deviation and reverse power flow in the smart grid. Therefo...
The remarkable progress of power electronic converters (PEC) technology has led to their increased penetration in distributed energy systems (DES). Particularly, the direct current (dc) nanogrid-based DES embody a variety of sources and loads, connec...
Renewable energy sources (RESs) enable sustainable and environmentally friendly electricity generation. However, their intermittent nature makes it difficult to maintain energy balance. Smart grids (SGs) address this challenge by enabling grid contro...
The proliferation of renewable energy sources distributed generation (RES-DG) into the grid results in time-varying inertia constant. To ensure the security of the grid under varying inertia, techniques for fast security assessment are required. In a...
The rapid growths of power demand and renewable resources have led to numerous challenges. Constructing more resilient microgrids (MGs) provides an opportunity to avoid dependency on the main grid. This article proposes an innovative Energy Managemen...
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