A Planning Model For Distributed Energy Resources Considering Coordinating with the Water Desalination Operator

Adnan S. Al-Bukhaytan*, Ali T. Al-Awami, Ammar M. Muqbel

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Abstract

This paper proposes a linear planning model for determining the optimal sizing and location of distributed energy resources (DERs) to supply the electrical demand and water desalination facilities (WDFs) while maximizing overall profits for the distribution system operator (DSO). The DERs considered in this research comprise distributed renewable energy resources (RESs), distributed thermal generators (TGs), and battery energy storage system (BESS). Furthermore, the proposed model incorporates coordination between the DSO and the water desalination operator (WDO) in the operation aspect to investigate the effects on the optimal sizing and location of DERs as well as the overall profits to the DSO. The proposed model is validated using a 38-bus radial distribution network. Simulation results indicate that considering coordination increased the overall profits to DSO by 6.8%. Moreover, without coordination, additional BESS is required to be installed in the bus where WDFs are located to smooth the electric load profile. However, the coordination eliminates the need for installing BESS as the coordination can smooth the electric load profile by managing the desalination operational schedules.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publication2022 Saudi Arabia Smart Grid Conference, SASG 2022
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
ISBN (Electronic)9781665475891
DOIs
StatePublished - 2022
Event2022 Saudi Arabia Smart Grid Conference, SASG 2022 - Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Duration: 12 Dec 202214 Dec 2022

Publication series

Name2022 Saudi Arabia Smart Grid Conference, SASG 2022

Conference

Conference2022 Saudi Arabia Smart Grid Conference, SASG 2022
Country/TerritorySaudi Arabia
CityJeddah
Period12/12/2214/12/22

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Keywords

  • Distribution system planning
  • Water Desalination
  • energy-water nexus
  • water-power systems

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Networks and Communications
  • Computer Science Applications
  • Energy Engineering and Power Technology
  • Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment
  • Control and Optimization

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