Improving distributed PV integration with dynamic thermal rating of power distribution equipment.

ABSTRACT: The rapid development of distributed photovoltaic (PV) systems poses great challenges to the integration capability of distribution networks. Traditionally, the transfer capacity of power distribution equipment is calculated as the maximum loading that prevents overheating under the assumption of extreme weather conditions. Dynamic thermal rating (DTR), which evaluates equipment capacity based on real-time weather conditions, could enhance the transfer capacity to improve distributed PV integration. Through case studies in Texas, Switzerland, and China, we show that the application of DTR on power distribution equipment could increase installed PV capacities by 15%-27% and improve net revenues by 4%-27%. We also find that the application of DTR would be positively affected by climate chang

SUBMITTER: Li Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9385694 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature