Distribution Network Voltage Unbalance Control under High Penetration of Single-Phase Photovoltaic Microgeneration

Youcef Bot, Ahmed Allali, Mouloud Denai

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Abstract

Electricity distribution networks are now faced with increasing penetration level of small-scale decentralized renewable energy generation. Meanwhile, distribution network operators are concerned with adverse impacts such as voltage rise and three-phase voltage unbalance that would result. This paper focuses on single-phase solar photovoltaic (PV) integration voltage unbalance issues and proposes a local voltage control strategy for a low voltage (LV) distribution network. The proposed control method is based on real-time management of the active and reactive powers. Simulation results show that the proposed algorithm maintains the quality and reliability of the three-phase voltage in the network and hence provides a potential solution to the challenges facing future distribution networks.
Original languageEnglish
Publication statusPublished - 19 May 2016
Event1st EAI International Conference on Smart Grid Inspired Future Technologies - Liverpool, United Kingdom
Duration: 19 May 201620 May 2016

Conference

Conference1st EAI International Conference on Smart Grid Inspired Future Technologies
Country/TerritoryUnited Kingdom
CityLiverpool
Period19/05/1620/05/16

Keywords

  • Distributed generation, voltage unbalance, distribution network,

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