Coordinated Optimization of Distributed Energy Resources and Smart Loads in Distribution Systems: Preprint
Distributed energy resources (DERs) and smart loads have the potential to provide flexibility to the distribution system operation. A coordinated optimization approach is proposed in this paper to actively manage DERs and smart loads in distribution systems to achieve the optimal operation status. A three-phase unbalanced Optimal Power Flow (OPF) problem is developed to determine the output from DERs and smart loads with respect to the system operator's control objective. This paper focuses on coordinating PV systems and smart loads to improve the overall voltage profile in distribution systems. Simulations have been carried out in a 12-bus distribution feeder and results illustrate the superior control performance of the proposed approach.
- Research Organization:
- National Renewable Energy Lab. (NREL), Golden, CO (United States)
- Sponsoring Organization:
- USDOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE)
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC36-08GO28308
- OSTI ID:
- 1302990
- Report Number(s):
- NREL/CP-5D00-66783
- Resource Relation:
- Conference: Presented at the 2016 IEEE Power and Energy Society General Meeting, 17-21 July 2016, Boston, Massachusetts
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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