Impact of the Stochastic Behaviour of Distributed Energy Resources on MV/LV Network Reliability

Mike Brian Ndawula, Ignacio Hernando Gil, Sasa Z. Djokic

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Abstract

This paper presents an integrated approach for assessing the impact that distributed energy resources (DERs), mostly intermittent in nature, might have on the reliability performance of distribution networks. A test distribution system based on a typical MV/LV urban distribution network in the UK is fully modelled and controlled to investigate the potential benefits that local renewables and energy storage can offer to the quality of power supply to customers. In this analysis, the conventional Monte Carlo method is further developed to include the time-variation of electricity demand profiles and failure rates of network components. Additionally, a theoretical interruption model is employed to assess more accurately the moment in time when interruptions to electricity customers are likely to occur. Accordingly, the impact of the spatio-temporal variation of DERs, with photovoltaic (PV) systems as key enablers, is quantified in terms of the effect of network outages. A range of smart grid functionalities is analysed and their benefits are assessed through standard reliability indices, with special attention to energy not supplied to customers, as well as frequency and duration of supply interruptions.
Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings - 2018 IEEE International Conference on Environment and Electrical Engineering and 2018 IEEE Industrial and Commercial Power Systems Europe, EEEIC/I and CPS Europe 2018
PublisherIEEE
Number of pages6
ISBN (Electronic)9781538651858
ISBN (Print)9781538651872
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 16 Oct 2018
EventIEEE 18th International Conference on Environment and Electrical Engineering and 2nd Industrial and Commercial Power Systems Europe - Palermo, Italy
Duration: 12 Jun 201815 Jun 2018
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Conference

ConferenceIEEE 18th International Conference on Environment and Electrical Engineering and 2nd Industrial and Commercial Power Systems Europe
Abbreviated title IEEE EEEIC18 and ICPS Europe
Country/TerritoryItaly
CityPalermo
Period12/06/1815/06/18
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Keywords

  • demand profile
  • energy storage
  • failure rate
  • monte carlo simulation
  • network reliability
  • renewable resources

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Hardware and Architecture

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