Techno-economic analysis of the integration of hydrogen energy technologies in renewable energy-based stand-alone power systems

Zoulias, E.I.; Lymberopoulos, N.

doi:10.1016/j.renene.2006.02.005

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“…Unit prices are quite high, especially for low power units (~1 kW) they go up to 6000 $/kW. Some sources cite 2000 $/kW units with optimistic prognosis of 500 $/kW in the near future [6,8,9]. For the sake of the analysis three different scenarios were taken in calculation: 1) 2000 $/kW, 2) 4000 $/kW and 3) 6000 $/kW.…”

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“…With mass production not in sight unit cost of the fuel cells is still high (2000 -6000 $/kW, depending on the size with smaller units typically more expensive [6,7]. Some projections say that the unit cost of the fuel cells should equal those of ICE once mass production is achieved [8,9]. In most European countries, hydrogen market has not developed in a way that the hydrogen price would be competitive with the fossil fuels.…”

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Techno-economic analysis of PEM fuel cells role in photovoltaic-based systems for the remote base stations

Bezmalinović

Barbir

Tolj

2013

International Journal of Hydrogen Energy

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Expansion of telecommunication networks even to the most remote areas where connection to the utility grid could never be justified, especially in touristic regions, has led to the increasing need for stand-alone power systems. In Adriatic coastal area employment of hybrid photovoltaic-based systems is straightforward due to high sun potential. Inherent intermittent nature of renewable sources is especially not compatible with telecommunication system who require uninterrupted power supply. This leads to the need of not only energy storage, but also a "back up" solution in the case of primary system failure. Emphasis is put on the system reliability and simplicity while system price is not necessarily top priority. Usual approach of using diesel generators as a "back up" has been challenged by the introduction of PEM fuel cells. Even with hydrogen technologies market development still lagging behind some comparable advantages such as high energy conversion efficiency, silent operation and no emissions make PEM fuel cells a legitimate candidate for replacing traditional oil burning generators. Technoeconomic analysis of various stand-alone power systems for the remote base station on an Adriatic island is made. At the moment, levelized cost of electricity point of view still gives slight advantage to the diesel generators. Long term reliability of PEM fuel cells system still needs to be examined in practice, as this combined with pro-environmental characteristics of fuel cells can make the difference especially in pristine and protected areas. Furthermore, uncertain petroleum market and fast developing hydrogen technology market could reverse this trend in the near future.

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Techno-economic analysis of PEM fuel cells role in photovoltaic-based systems for the remote base stations

Bezmalinović

Barbir

Tolj

2013

International Journal of Hydrogen Energy

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“…PV-wind-diesel power system: The schematic diagram of Photovoltaic (PV)-winddiesel power system components are presented in Figure 1 consists of diesel generator, PV arrays, wind turbine, battery and power converters. Technical information to run the simulation using HOMER software were obtained from manufacturers of the equipment and previous studies [8][9][10][11][12][13]. …”

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Feasibility Study of Standalone PV-Wind-Diesel Energy Systems for Coastal Residential Application in Pekan, Pahang

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Abstract. Techno economic study is feasible to optimize the usage of renewable energy components that targeting low cost of electricity generation system. The selected case study area is coastal area in Pekan, Pahang, Malaysia. The autonomous system designed in this study is hybrid standalone PV-wind-diesel energy system to fulfil a basic power demand of 20.1 kWh/day. Such power system was designed and optimized further to meet the power demand at a minimum cost of energy using energy optimization software, Hybrid Optimization Model for Electric Renewables (HOMER). The analysis focused on the operational characteristics and economics. The standalone PV-wind-diesel energy system has total net present cost about $61, 911 with cost of energy $0.66/kWh. Apparently, the generation of electricity from both wind turbine and PV can be inflated with the diesel generator. In comparison, return of investment (ROI) value turned out lower for Feed in Tariff (FIT) as compared to self-sustained house. Payback period also longer for FIT program that makes the selling back of electricity generated to Tenaga National Berhad (TNB) is considered not favourable.

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“… An AC-DC power converter unit has been installed in PV-Hydrogen system of Taleghan site. Power conditioning capital cost is around 600-800 €/kW [23]. A cost of 1350 $/kW was chosen for Taleghan site.…”

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“…Small-quantity prices are around 1500 $/kg. A hydrogen storage tank options was investigated in the optimization process, namely 1 Nm 3 (≈1kg) and the lifetime were also considered 20 years [23].  This system has an average AC load of 31 kWh/days, with the peak load of 2.9 kWh/days.…”

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Demonstration Project of the Solar Hydrogen Energy System Located on Taleghan-Iran: Technical-Economic Assessments

Shiroudi

Taklimi

2011

Linköping Electronic Conference Proceedings

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Abstract:One of the most attractive features of hydrogen as an energy carrier is that it can be produced from abundant material like water. The use of electrolysis to produce hydrogen from water is an efficient method from small to large scales. Energy for supplying water electrolysis systems can be provided by photovoltaic arrays. During the daylight hours, the sunlight on the photovoltaic arrays converts into electrical energy which can be used for electrolyzer. The hydrogen produced by the electrolyzer is compressed and stored in hydrogen vessel and provides energy for the fuel cell to meet the load when the solar energy is insufficient. This study investigates a stand-alone power system that consists of 10 kW PV arrays as power supply and 5 kW electrolyzer. They have been integrated and worked at Taleghan site in Iran. Result was simulated and optimized by using HOMER simulation tools and techno-economic analysis of system presented in this paper. Keywords: Hydrogen, PV array, Electrolyzer, Fuel cell, HOMER 0 B IntroductionRenewable energy (RE) sources are attracting more attention as alternative energy sources nowadays. Depletion of energy sources and global warming play big role in this movement [1]. RE sources can open a new ways to solve these environmental issues. They usually free of pollution during development and operation for power generation [2]. Integration of RE with energy storage would provide a better system reliability making it s uitable for remote stand-alone applications [3]. Among these sources, solar energy is an important kind of them. Solar photovoltaic (PV) energy has been widely utilized in small size application and is the most promising candidate for research and development for large-scale use, as the fabrication of less costly PV devices becomes a reality [1]. Seasonal solar energy which stores in the form of hydrogen can provide the basis for a completely renewable energy system. One of the most promising applications is stationary stand-alone power systems, particularly those located in remote areas where the cost of transporting fuel is high [4]. There is a growing awareness that hydrogen is the fuel of the future. Solar hydrogen is a leading candidate for a renewable and environmentally safe energy carrier [5]. Iran with more than 4.5 kWh/mP 2 P .day radiations has a great potential for attracting and converting it to electricity. One of the efforts done in the field of constructing and utilization solar hydrogen plant is constructing standalone power system PV-electrolyzer-fuel cell in Taleghan site. The current paper evaluates the techno-economic aspects of PV-Electrolyzer-Fuel cell system. Hybrid optimization model for electric renewable (HOMER) was used as the simulation and optimization tools. The schematic of the plant at Taleghan site is given in Fig. 1. 1 B MethodologyHybrid systems based on the synergy between RE sources and conventional energy systems can be a reliable solution for remote sites to provide their need of energy. In this study, first PV cells hourly ...

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Techno-economic analysis of the integration of hydrogen energy technologies in renewable energy-based stand-alone power systems

Cited by 219 publications

References 10 publications

Techno-economic analysis of PEM fuel cells role in photovoltaic-based systems for the remote base stations

Techno-economic analysis of PEM fuel cells role in photovoltaic-based systems for the remote base stations

Feasibility Study of Standalone PV-Wind-Diesel Energy Systems for Coastal Residential Application in Pekan, Pahang

Demonstration Project of the Solar Hydrogen Energy System Located on Taleghan-Iran: Technical-Economic Assessments

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