Analysis on the reliability of the existing rural solar-diesel hybrid system to propose sizing of new pv module to reduce cost

Abstract

This project is to analyze the reliability of the existing rural solar-diesel hybrid system and propose the most suitable sizing for PV Module to meet the most cost-effective system. This is the pilot work which will contribute to millions of costs saving due to high fuel consumption. The most challenging aspect for this hybrid system is maintaining low generating cost by optimizing the PV Yield & solar irradiance. The existing design of PV module is unable to cater the present load demand. Hence, new simulation and proper sizing will be required. Various types of historical data and present data focus on Solar Hybrid Station Pulau Bangi, Kudat has been collected, analyze, validate the new sizing of PV in order to meet fuel cost reductions. From this analysis, it is proven that by resizing the PV module will absolutely reduce fuel and generation overall cost.