Decentralised energy management system to virtual power plants

Abstract

This paper focuses on the steady-state analysis of location and control of distributed power generators encompassing a virtual power plant (VPP). The significant increase worldwide in distributed generation from renewable energy has been largely due to the concern with the environment, the grid access and the strong support policies for the promotion of renewable electricity. Deployment of distributed power plants has contributed to the new concept of VPP as a solution to handle the mix of conventional and distributed energy sources. Produced energy from even small scale generators will be utilized in energy markets and can contribute to the enhancement of the electrical power system. When aggregated, the group of DG would gain access and visibility across the energy markets and the system operation will benefit from optimal use of all available capacity and increased efficiency of operation.