Economic and environmental evaluation of a designed smart micro-grid system in Turkey

Abstract

In the recent years, importance of supplying uninterruptable and efficient power has been increasing with the usage of technological devices. To provide such a power supply, main electrical grid failures should be prevented. Smart microgrid concept is one of the best alternatives for it. In this study, suitability of a small-scale smart micro-grid was investigated concerned economic and environmental aspects by comparing various case scenarios. As an implementation of smart microgrid, a university load profile was chosen. Its location is assumed as Izmir, in Turkey for realistic approach. Different case scenarios were simulated by using Homer Software in terms of economic and environmental aspects. According to simulation results, it is seen that smart micro-grid implementation in Turkey is beneficial with regards to both economic and environmental view.