Optimal Location and Sizing of Distributed Generation In a Power Distribution System
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.13052/dgaej2156-3306.2542Keywords:
Distributed generation, optimal location, optimal sizing, load growth, cost benefit analysis, voltage profile, line lossesAbstract
Modern electric power distribution utilities are continuously under
pressure for expansion of their networks in order to face the load growth
and to properly supply their consumers. To meet these objectives, there
is a need to provide acceptable climate for the entry of distributed
resources and innovative operating practices. This article focuses on
determining the effect of inserting a Distributed Generation (DG) unit
in a power distribution system in India. The effect on the system volt-
age profile and line losses is evaluated. This has been accomplished by
modeling the connection of a DG unit to different distribution buses and
varying the DG unit size in a 13-bus test feeder. A financial evaluation
has been carried out to examine implementation viability. The results
show that the voltage profile is improved, losses are reduced and conse-
quently the utility can obtain financial benefits when DG is incorporated
into the system.
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