Possibilities, Challenges, and Future Opportunities of Microgrids: A Review

Shahzad, Sulman; Abbasi, Muhammad Abbas; Ali, Hassan; Iqbal, Muhammad; Munir, Rania; Kılıç, Heybet

doi:10.3390/su15086366

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“…Still, the problem of reducing the power in a meshed network is far more complex than in a radial system because of the backward flow of current. The objective function is represented below in Equation (27).…”

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Optimal allocation of distributed generation in meshed power networks: A metaheuristic approach

Khan,

Waheed,

Shahzad

et al. 2024

IET Renewable Power Gen

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This paper introduces a novel metaheuristic technique, a COOT‐based algorithm, to determine the optimal Distributed Generation (DG) allocation within a loop‐configured network. This method significantly narrows the optimization gap by leveraging a COOT‐based algorithm, ensuring accelerated convergence and resultant global optima. The core incentive for employing this technique is to substantially mitigate power loss, curtail voltage deviation, and bolster system stability in a loop distribution network. To attain optimal outcomes, the elaborated COOT and improved grey wolf optimization improved grey wolf optimization (IGWO) algorithms were executed on IEEE bus‐33 and 69 mesh distribution networks (MDNs) under varying power factors. The derived mathematical results effectively underscore accomplishing the stipulated objectives: a marked reduction in voltage deviation and power loss coupled with an augmentation in system stability. Notably, at unity, incorporating DGs resulted in a paramount reduction in power loss, attaining a decrease of 78% and 85% for bus‐33 and 69 MDNs, respectively. Moreover, an impressive decrease in power loss by 94% and 98% was observed at the optimal power factor for both MDNs. A comparative evaluation of the results accentuates that the proposed COOT and IGWO algorithms eclipse other documented research in performance, showcasing superior efficiency on a techno‐economic basis.

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“…That is why the optimal allocation of DGs has been of keen interest to the researchers. If the losses of the system increase, which will be a critical issue in DISCOS, inappropriate allocation of DGs would cause more problems on the supply and demand side [27][28][29].…”

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Optimal allocation of distributed generation in meshed power networks: A metaheuristic approach

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Waheed,

Shahzad

et al. 2024

IET Renewable Power Gen

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“…For isolated and rural towns that are not linked to the main power infrastructure, microgrid planning in rural regions entails the process of creating, developing, and deploying microgrid systems to provide dependable and sustainable power [27]. Usually, there are several stages involved in the planning procedure as shown in Fig.…”

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A Review on Microgrids for Remote Areas Electrification-Technical and Economical Perspective

Khatun,

Hossain,

Ali

et al. 2023

IJRCS

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The main objective of this study is to review microgrids from both a technical and financial standpoint in order to electrify rural places. Making a microgrid in rural area is challenging due to its technical and economical perspective. Technical and Economic analysis could investigate power quality and system stability for a local community in a nation. The technical and economic aspects of microgrid design and operation are covered, along with a number of other parts such power sources, energy storage, and control systems. Installation and maintenance cost has been discussed with respect to technological and economical view point in this paper. The report ends with a review of the prospects and problems for implementing microgrids in remote locations. Various challenges of microgrid and prospective solutions have also been discussed for the betterment of microgrid technically and economically. Microgrid planning has also been explained in this paper in rural regions entails the process of creating, developing, and deploying microgrid systems to provide dependable and sustainable power. Some influential factors such as technological factors, economic factors, socio-political factors and environmental factors on which microgrid depends have been discussed in this paper. The study offers a thorough discussion of microgrids as a potential method for electrifying rural areas. The study shows that microgrid is economically more beneficial to be developed in any rural area, as well as complying the minimum technical requirement of local grid code. Therefore, it can be said that any locality of a nation is a more viable and economic location to implement microgrid for the development. This review will assist the decision-makers in adopting microgrids for the electrification of rural areas and hold establishing regulations that are helpful and clear for the operation and integration of microgrids. System effectiveness, energy storage, and grid management breakthroughs may result from research and development of microgrid technology.

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“…This technology holds promise not only in the context of reducing carbon emissions but also in diversifying the energy mix and enhancing energy security [5]. In recent times, the breakthroughs in PV technology have significantly increased the efficiency making it more viable for grid integration [6]. In addition, the integration of solar PV technology exceeds the aim of generating electricity [7].…”

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Solar-Powered Electric Vehicles: Enhancing Endurance and Sustainability through Photovoltaic Integration

Ogunrinola,

Udechukwu,

Akinyemi

et al. 2024

IOP Conf. Ser.: Earth Environ. Sci.

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The potential of solar photovoltaic (PV) technology as a transformative and sustainable energy solution in the context of global energy challenges is explored in this work. The advancements in solar PV technology, including innovative cell architectures like heterojunction and Passivated Emitter Rear Contact (PERC) cells, the emergence of perovskite solar cells, and the influence of roll-to-roll manufacturing processes are discussed in this paper. The paper also highlights the diversification of energy portfolios, enhanced energy system reliability, resilient energy infrastructure, energy security, and the profound environmental benefits associated with solar PV technology. The results of a performance study involving a prototype electric vehicle, both with and without integrating a solar panel as an alternative energy source are noted. The findings reveal a substantial increase in the vehicle’s endurance when the solar panel is incorporated, emphasizing the transformative potential of solar PV in reshaping energy systems, mitigating environmental hazards, and promoting responsible land use. The work underscores the ongoing journey towards a cleaner and more resilient energy future, empowered by the harnessing of solar energy.

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Possibilities, Challenges, and Future Opportunities of Microgrids: A Review

Cited by 49 publications

References 119 publications

Optimal allocation of distributed generation in meshed power networks: A metaheuristic approach

Optimal allocation of distributed generation in meshed power networks: A metaheuristic approach

A Review on Microgrids for Remote Areas Electrification-Technical and Economical Perspective

Solar-Powered Electric Vehicles: Enhancing Endurance and Sustainability through Photovoltaic Integration

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