In recent years the amount of embedded PV generation in distribution networks has increased significantly. Currently, there is no standard approach on how to model the effect of this generation on the network. This paper aims to provide some guidelines on how to model embedded PV generation in distribution networks. A number of approaches are considered the first being a distributed approach to modelling the PV generation with several models located along the LV feeder. Simplification strategies were then identified, with different strategies being more appropriate for different cases. It was identified that for short and medium length feeders with an even distribution of load and PV generation that a single model located in the centre of the feeder would provide acceptable results, while for long feeders a lumped model at the end of the feeder would be more appropriate. The effect of heavier weighting of PV and load at different points on the feeder was also investigated.
History
Publication title
2015 Australasian Universities Power Engineering Conference (AUPEC)
Volume
70
Pagination
1-5
ISBN
978-1-4799-8725-2
Department/School
Engineering
Publisher
IEEE-Inst Electrical Electronics Engineers Inc
Publication status
Published
Place of publication
New Jersey, USA
Event title
Australasian Universities Power Engineering Conference (AUPEC)