Optimization and evaluation of a wind, solar and fuel cell hybrid system in supplying electricity to a remote district in national grid

Abstract

Purpose

The important factors, which should be considered in the design of a hybrid system of photovoltaic and wind energy are discussed in this study. The current load demand for electricity, as well as the load profile of solar radiation and wind power of the specified region chosen in Iran, is the basis of design and optimization in this study. Hybrid optimization model for electric renewable (HOMER) software was used to simulate and optimize hybrid energy system technically and economically.

Design/methodology/approach

HOMER software was used to simulate and optimize hybrid energy system technically and economically.

Findings

The maximum radiation intensity for the study area is 7.95 kwh/m²/day for July and the maximum wind speed for the study area is 11.02 m/s for January.

Originality/value

This research is the result of the original studies.

Citation

Alayi, R., Kasaeian, A., Najafi, A. and Jamali, E. (2020), "Optimization and evaluation of a wind, solar and fuel cell hybrid system in supplying electricity to a remote district in national grid", International Journal of Energy Sector Management, Vol. 14 No. 2, pp. 408-418. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJESM-04-2019-0019