Integration of battery and hydrogen energy storage systems with small-scale hydropower plants in off-grid local energy communities

Jin, Lingkang; Rossi, Mosé; Ferrario, Andrea Monforti; Alberizzi, Jacopo C.; Renzi, Massimiliano; Comodi, Gabriele

doi:10.1016/j.enconman.2023.117019

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“…It was noted that the overall heat transfer coefficient rose by 9% after applying a packed bed with an inclined orientation while the hydrogen production increased by 34%. Jin et al [82] reported that renewables are inadequate at satisfying the electricity demand due to their variable and intermittent features. They proposed an energy storage system via a fuel cell and hydrogen in a 220 kW small-scale hydropower plant.…”

Section: Hydrogen-based Systemsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Review of Hot Topics in the Sustainable Development of Energy, Water, and Environment Systems Conference in 2022

Chu,

Vicidomini,

Calise

et al. 2023

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The current applications in the energy sector are based largely on fossil fuels which release greenhouse gas emissions to the atmosphere. To face the issue of global warming, the energy sector has to transfer to and develop sustainable energy solutions that do not release carbon emissions. This is one of the primary motivators for the SDEWES conference as well as for this review, and previous ones, examining the most recent works based on sustainable and green energy production in such fields. The 17th Conference on the Sustainable Development of Energy, Water, and Environment Systems (SDEWES) was held on 6–10 November 2022 in Paphos, Cyprus. The SDEWES conference aims at solving complex and ongoing concerns that approach a long-term perspective and supporting innovative solutions and continuous monitoring and evaluation. This review paper aims at collecting the main presented papers focused on the following hot topics: low-carbon technologies based on renewable and clean-energy systems, including mainly biomass, solar, and wind energy applications; energy storage systems; hydrogen-based systems; energy-saving strategies in buildings; and the adoption of smart management strategies using renewable energy systems. These topics are investigated in order to propose solutions to address the issues of climate change, water scarcity, and energy saving. From the analyzed works, we note that some key issues for sustainable development remain to be further addressed: such as novel and advanced energy storage systems, green hydrogen production, novel low-temperature district heating and cooling networks, novel solar technologies for the simultaneous production of power and high temperature heat, solar desalination for hydrogen production systems, and agrivoltaic systems for the production of power and food.

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Section: Hydrogen-based Systemsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Review of Hot Topics in the Sustainable Development of Energy, Water, and Environment Systems Conference in 2022

Chu,

Vicidomini,

Calise

et al. 2023

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“…In fact, ECs can be considered case studies of energy storage technologies before applying them on a wider scale. A study by Jin et al [81] analysed the operation of two different storage technologies, a battery and hydrogen energy storage, coupled with small hydropower plants for an off-grid EC in Italy to determine the most suitable solution. In addition, similarly to energy generation, the sizing and selection of different energy storage technologies for ECs are identified as important, with many recent papers on the topics [71,[82][83][84][85].…”

Section: Energy Storagementioning

confidence: 99%

Key Aspects and Challenges in the Implementation of Energy Communities

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Energy communities (ECs) are an important tool towards a fair energy transition. Hence, the European Union (EU) has positioned ECs at the centre of its energy strategy and the foreseen transformation of its energy system. This paper aims to give an overview of key aspects and challenges for the implementation of the EC concept. Firstly, the regulatory framework is examined with a focus on the new definitions for ECs introduced by the EU, Renewable Energy Communities (RECs) and Citizen Energy Communities (CECs). Secondly, examples of established ECs and their main objectives are mentioned. Additionally, based on the identified challenges and requirements of establishing ECs, the key technologies that are implemented or have the potential to be deployed in an EC are examined, as well as innovative cross-cutting services that are optimally suited to be integrated in an EC. Moreover, the data management challenges linked to some of these technologies are considered. Finally, an overview of actual or potential financing schemes to support the EC development is given. Overall, the analysis highlighted the regulatory, technical and financial aspects and challenges that ECs are facing and the need to address them so that the EC concept is effective and successful. The main challenges identified for each of these aspects are the regulatory compliance with the legal framework, the data management dimension when innovative technological concepts are adopted and the financing of new projects.

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“…Lubello et al [5] investigated the applicability of hydrogen systems and batteries in different geographical conditions in Italy. Their work highlighted how such systems are not economically competitive for a single dwelling, while another study from Jin et al [6] demonstrated how hydrogen could be competitive from both the energy and the economic points of view when dealing with highly variable renewable sources such as small-scale hydropower. However, to the authors' knowledge, an energy evaluation of stand-alone hydrogen systems in the residential sector has not been carried out yet where all the design phases, including the power calculation of the renewable source, are considered.…”

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Energy analysis of a hydrogen integrated system in the residential sector

Mennilli,

Jin,

Rossi

et al. 2023

J. Phys.: Conf. Ser.

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Nowadays, buildings are responsible for almost 40% of global energy consumption, which is addressed by thermal (e.g., heating, cooling, and hot water) and electric (e.g., lighting and household appliances) loads. To meet the residential energy demand and, at the same time, ensure the decarbonisation of the energy infrastructure, hydrogen-based cogeneration systems might represent a viable solution. This work aims at evaluating the performance of a green hydrogen integrated system consisting of a Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) electrolyser, hydrogen storage tanks, and a PEM fuel cell to meet both the electricity and, partially, the thermal energy demands of a condominium located in the center of Italy. The analysis considers a single energy scenario in which a Photovoltaic (PV) plant installed on the roof is directly connected with the hydrogen integrated system without any withdrawal from the national grid (e.g., off-grid operation mode). Results showed that, during the year, the user is completely self-sufficient from the electricity demand point of view. Furthermore, 22% of the thermal need can be satisfied through the fuel cell cogeneration system.

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Integration of battery and hydrogen energy storage systems with small-scale hydropower plants in off-grid local energy communities

Cited by 19 publications

References 23 publications

Review of Hot Topics in the Sustainable Development of Energy, Water, and Environment Systems Conference in 2022

Review of Hot Topics in the Sustainable Development of Energy, Water, and Environment Systems Conference in 2022

Key Aspects and Challenges in the Implementation of Energy Communities

Energy analysis of a hydrogen integrated system in the residential sector

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