Modeling and simulation of an electrical network with storage systems

Abstract

Hydropower has already proven to be a highly efficient means of electricity generation. One of the main challenges we face today is ensuring its stable and sustainable supply to meet the increasing demand. To address this, harnessing pumped water from tanks and converting it into energy has been proposed. Three solutions have been suggested: utilizing tank water, utilizing tank water upon completion of all planned tanks, and utilizing tank water with pump feed powered by solar energy. These solutions were simulated using the PSAT toolbox, and it was found that the second solution is the optimal one in terms of return on investment. Integrated hydropower systems provide significant gains in energy from small and diverse water sources. With significant growth potential, it is an important option for grid efficiency and reliability