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Optimal Sizing and Techno-Economic Analysis of a Hybrid Power System for Postville

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  • Azadeh Farhadi

    (Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada)

  • M. Tariq Iqbal

    (Memorial University of Newfoundland, Canada)

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Providing reliable and sustainable electricity to remote communities poses a significant challenge. Techno-economic feasibility of an off-grid hybrid renewable energy system for Postville, a remote Northern Labrador, Canada community, is presented in this paper. The study integrates solar photovoltaic panels, wind turbines, battery storage, and diesel generators into a hybrid system, analyzing various components and optimizing using advanced Homer Pro software. Simulation results demonstrate that the most optimized hybrid structure ensures a stable power supply while minimizing diesel generator operation, reducing fuel consumption. Economically, this system offers substantial cost savings, alleviating the financial burden on the community. The designed system consists of 435 kW PV, 500 kW wind turbine, 455 kW diesel generator, and 815 kWh batteries. The proposed system will generate power with a net present cost of $5.57 million. This research also contributes to the broader goal of creating sustainable energy solutions and improving the quality of life in remote communities.

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  • Azadeh Farhadi & M. Tariq Iqbal, 2024. "Optimal Sizing and Techno-Economic Analysis of a Hybrid Power System for Postville," European Journal of Engineering and Technology Research, European Open Science, vol. 9(2), pages 5-12, March.
    • Handle: RePEc:epw:ejeng0:v:9:y:2024:i:2:id:63127
    DOI: 10.24018/ejeng.2024.9.2.3127
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