An improved generation planning method incorporating renewable energy policy

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Abstract

This paper introduces a generation expansion planning (GEP) method which incorporates renewable energy policies and evaluates their effects. A robust and flexible heuristic algorithm is applied to solve the GEP problem. Renewable energy policies are categorized into two groups: policy orientation and economic measures, according to their implementation methods. For each kind of policy, a model fully considering its characteristics is established, and a complementation method is comprised in GEP decision making process. Effects of different renewable energy policies on system indices are analyzed and compared with each other, like renewable energy portfolio, reliability, total investment and operation costs. Case studies show that under different renewable energy policies, an economical and reliable generation expansion plan can be achieved. Results may provide information and suggestions for researchers or policy makers.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationPOWERCON 2014 - 2014 International Conference on Power System Technology
Subtitle of host publicationTowards Green, Efficient and Smart Power System, Proceedings
PublisherInstitute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc.
Pages759-766
Number of pages8
ISBN (Electronic)9781479950324
DOIs
StatePublished - 18 Dec 2014
Event2014 International Conference on Power System Technology, POWERCON 2014 - Chengdu, China
Duration: 20 Oct 201422 Oct 2014

Publication series

NamePOWERCON 2014 - 2014 International Conference on Power System Technology: Towards Green, Efficient and Smart Power System, Proceedings

Conference

Conference2014 International Conference on Power System Technology, POWERCON 2014
Country/TerritoryChina
CityChengdu
Period20/10/1422/10/14

Keywords

  • Generation expansion planning
  • renewable energy
  • renewable energy policy

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