Power capacity enhancement of hydropower plant through the penetration of solar and wind energy
Integrating renewable energy sources is crucial for enhancing the power capacity and reliability of existing hydropower plants. This study explores the potential of augmenting hydropower capacity by incorporating solar and wind energy. By leveraging the complementary nature of these renewable source...
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| description | Integrating renewable energy sources is crucial for enhancing the power capacity and reliability of existing hydropower plants. This study explores the potential of augmenting hydropower capacity by incorporating solar and wind energy. By leveraging the complementary nature of these renewable sources, the study aims to optimize energy production and reduce dependence on hydro resources during low water availability. A comprehensive analysis, including simulation models and field data, demonstrates the effective harnessing and synchronization of solar and wind energy with hydropower generation. A multi-objective genetic algorithm was employed to optimize this integration, addressing objectives such as maximizing power output, improving energy efficiency, and minimizing environmental impact. This algorithm facilitated the identification of effective strategies for enhancing the performance and capacity of the hybrid renewable energy system. Three key objectives were achieved: reducing the Loss of Power Supply Probability (LPSP) to 0.75 %, calculating the net present cost (NPC) at $4.37 million, and determining the cost of energy (COE) at $0.086 per kilowatt-hour (kWh). These results demonstrate the economic viability and reliability of the integrated system. The power generation capacity of the plant was enhanced by 25 % with integration of PV, and wind energy system. The findings reveal significant improvements in power capacity and grid stability, highlighting the feasibility and benefits of a hybrid renewable energy system. This approach enhances energy security, reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 248,922.4 tons per year, and promotes clean energy use. The study offers valuable insights and guidelines for policymakers and energy planners seeking to implement similar strategies. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-1b471ebec7614f5abbdfae86c4d567e72025-08-20T02:07:56ZengElsevierInternational Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems0142-06152025-08-0116911078710.1016/j.ijepes.2025.110787Power capacity enhancement of hydropower plant through the penetration of solar and wind energyAhmad Shah Irshad0Ahmad Shah Amin1Amir Mohammad Ilham2M.H. Elkholy3Said Elias4Tomonobu Senjyu5Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of the Ryukyus, Okinawa 903-0213, Japan; Department of Energy Engineering, Engineering Faculty, Kandahar University, Kandahar 3801, Afghanistan; Corresponding authors at: Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of the Ryukyus, Okinawa 903-0213, Japan (A. S. Irshad). Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA), Institute for Risk and Reliability, Leibniz University Hannover (LUH), Hannover, Germany (S. Elias).Department of Energy Engineering, Engineering Faculty, Kandahar University, Kandahar 3801, AfghanistanDa Afghanistan Brashna Sharkat, Kandahar 3801, AfghanistanElectrical Power and Machines, Faculty of Engineering, Zagazig University, P.O. 44519, Zagazig, Egypt; Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of the Ryukyus, Okinawa 903-0213, JapanInstitute for Risk and Reliability, Leibniz University Hannover, Germany; Corresponding authors at: Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of the Ryukyus, Okinawa 903-0213, Japan (A. S. Irshad). Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA), Institute for Risk and Reliability, Leibniz University Hannover (LUH), Hannover, Germany (S. Elias).Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, University of the Ryukyus, Okinawa 903-0213, JapanIntegrating renewable energy sources is crucial for enhancing the power capacity and reliability of existing hydropower plants. This study explores the potential of augmenting hydropower capacity by incorporating solar and wind energy. By leveraging the complementary nature of these renewable sources, the study aims to optimize energy production and reduce dependence on hydro resources during low water availability. A comprehensive analysis, including simulation models and field data, demonstrates the effective harnessing and synchronization of solar and wind energy with hydropower generation. A multi-objective genetic algorithm was employed to optimize this integration, addressing objectives such as maximizing power output, improving energy efficiency, and minimizing environmental impact. This algorithm facilitated the identification of effective strategies for enhancing the performance and capacity of the hybrid renewable energy system. Three key objectives were achieved: reducing the Loss of Power Supply Probability (LPSP) to 0.75 %, calculating the net present cost (NPC) at $4.37 million, and determining the cost of energy (COE) at $0.086 per kilowatt-hour (kWh). These results demonstrate the economic viability and reliability of the integrated system. The power generation capacity of the plant was enhanced by 25 % with integration of PV, and wind energy system. The findings reveal significant improvements in power capacity and grid stability, highlighting the feasibility and benefits of a hybrid renewable energy system. This approach enhances energy security, reduces greenhouse gas emissions by 248,922.4 tons per year, and promotes clean energy use. The study offers valuable insights and guidelines for policymakers and energy planners seeking to implement similar strategies.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0142061525003357Hybrid Renewable Energy SystemSolar-Wind-Hydro IntegrationEnergy Cost OptimizationNet Present Cost AnalysisPower Supply ReliabilityEnvironmental Sustainability |
| spellingShingle | Ahmad Shah Irshad Ahmad Shah Amin Amir Mohammad Ilham M.H. Elkholy Said Elias Tomonobu Senjyu Power capacity enhancement of hydropower plant through the penetration of solar and wind energy International Journal of Electrical Power & Energy Systems Hybrid Renewable Energy System Solar-Wind-Hydro Integration Energy Cost Optimization Net Present Cost Analysis Power Supply Reliability Environmental Sustainability |
| title | Power capacity enhancement of hydropower plant through the penetration of solar and wind energy |
| title_full | Power capacity enhancement of hydropower plant through the penetration of solar and wind energy |
| title_fullStr | Power capacity enhancement of hydropower plant through the penetration of solar and wind energy |
| title_full_unstemmed | Power capacity enhancement of hydropower plant through the penetration of solar and wind energy |
| title_short | Power capacity enhancement of hydropower plant through the penetration of solar and wind energy |
| title_sort | power capacity enhancement of hydropower plant through the penetration of solar and wind energy |
| topic | Hybrid Renewable Energy System Solar-Wind-Hydro Integration Energy Cost Optimization Net Present Cost Analysis Power Supply Reliability Environmental Sustainability |
| url | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0142061525003357 |
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