An Approach For Net-Load Management To Reduce Intermittency And Smooth The Power Output On Distribution Feeders With High PV Penetration

摘要

This paper presents a novel ramp rate control and active power smoothing methodology for net-load profiles in large power distribution networks where high Photo Voltaic (PV) penetration levels exist. The novelty is to break large systems into virtual local net-load locations where energy storage systems (ESSs) technologies are installed to mitigate severity of the anticipated shape of system net-loads. The proposed methodology uses Fast Fourier signal Transformation (FFT) to generate reference curves that adequately fit ESS active and reactive power capabilities. Then, a least square minimization (LSM) technique is applied taking both ancillary applications into consideration as well as maintaining State of Charge (SoC) within limits for ESS to function efficiently throughout the day. The methodology is applied on a sample aggregated US power distribution system and a 8000 nodes US power grid using CYMEDist simulation platform. Results show significant level of net-load ramp rate reduction as well as smoothing of fast fluctuations due to both PV intermittency and load changes.