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Simulation of Photovoltaic Power Output for Solar Integration Studies in the Southeast US

Technical Report ·
DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/1431320· OSTI ID:1431320
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  1. Sandia National Lab. (SNL-NM), Albuquerque, NM (United States). Photovoltaic and Distributed Systems Integration Dept.
  2. Electric Power Research Inst. (EPRI), Knoxville, TN (United States)
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We describe the method used to simulate one year of AC power at one-minute intervals for a large collection of hypothetical utility-scale photovoltaic plants of varying size, employing either fixed-tilt PV modules or single-axis tracking, and for distribution-connected photovoltaic (DPV) power systems assumed for a number of metropolitan areas. We also describe the simulation of an accompanying day-ahead forecast of hourly AC power for utility-scale plants and DPV systems such that forecast errors are consistent with errors reported for current forecasting methods. The results of these simulations are intended for use in a study that examines the possible effects of increased levels of photovoltaic (PV) generation bulk on power variability within the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and Southern Company service territories.
Research Organization:
Sandia National Lab. (SNL-NM), Albuquerque, NM (United States); Electric Power Research Inst. (EPRI), Knoxville, TN (United States)
Sponsoring Organization:
USDOE National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA); Electric Power Research Inst. (EPRI) (United States)
DOE Contract Number:
AC04-94AL85000
OSTI ID:
1431320
Report Number(s):
SAND2016--5694; 643512
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English

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