Grid Integrated Solar Photovoltaic Array Power Plant Modeling and Simulation

Abstract

In this paper we discuss the simulation model and modeling of a 3MW PV based solar power plant connected to the grid on MATLAB Simulink R2014a. The motive behind this is to meet with the ever-changing demand of energy in this today’s world while keeping our planet free from pollution. For this purpose, one such idea is to employ the use of solar energy by harvesting it with the help of proper techniques. The requirement of MPPT controller is to ensure that at maximum power output possible, the PV power generation system gives an output. This system comprises of a solar array, Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor based inverters & transformers to couple it to the grid. A graphical description of plant’s performance has also been done.