Browsing by Author "EMIR KAAN TUTUS"

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    Analyzing Peak Clipping for Load Factor Improvement: Real Case Studies of a Solar Power Plant in a University Campus
    (2023) OSMAN DEMIRCI; EMIR KAAN TUTUS; SEZAI TASKIN; Gökhan ÇETİN; Macit Tozak
    The increasing demand for sustainable energy solutions has sparked a growing interest in solar power plants (SPPs) as a viable option for reducing reliance on conventional energy sources. With the integration of SPP, the potential arises for a decrease in grid dependency during the day and improved stability in demand-side load profiles. To enhance the contribution of SPP toward sustainable energy solutions, it is crucial to explore effective load management strate- gies, including peak clipping. This paper investigates peak clipping as one of the demand-side management (DSM) techniques facilitated by SPP. The objective of this study is to provide comprehensive insights into the practical application of peak clipping techniques and their impact on improving the load factor (LF). To achieve this objective, the analysis in this study utilizes real data derived from an operational SPP located in the central campus of Manisa Celal Bayar University. To evaluate the impact of SPP on peak clipping and LF, a series of diverse case studies which encompass a range of campus scenarios are undertaken. The aim is to thoroughly analyze and understand how SPP systems affect peak clipping and LF under different circumstances. The analysis reveals significant improve- ments in LF resulting from the integration of the SPP, ranging from 1.04% to 10.62%. Results show that transition to online education and reduced campus population positively impacted LF during coronavirus disease 2019 compared to pre-pandemic times. These findings align with the dynamics of the campus lifestyle and underscore the favorable effects of these factors on LF.
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    Evaluation of Various Flexibility Resources in Power Systems
    (2023) Nevzat Onat; EMIR KAAN TUTUS
    Variable Renewable Energy Resources (VRES), especially wind and solar power, are known for their intermittent, uncertain, and low-energy-density nature. The increasing adoption of these stochastic sources presents irregularity in the net load in the power system network; therefore, it poses a challenge to the reliable operation of power systems. Consequently, there's an increasing need for power system flexibility to cope with VRES-related challenges. Flexibility planning will therefore be a crucial aspect for power system management, particularly as the penetration of VRES continues to rise. To reach this objective, the diversification of flexibility options emerges as a promising solution. Various strategies are prominent in the literature for enhancing power system flexibility to adapt to VRES variability. These include the utilization of flexible generators, adjusting load profiles through demand-side management, integrating energy storage systems and electric vehicle batteries, developing grid infrastructure, using surplus energy for various daily applications (e.g., heating), and the implementing of curtailment practices. Demand-side management and energy storage, for example, offer valuable flexibility by allowing consumers to adjust their consumption patterns to electricity supply and demand fluctuations. Additionally, flexible generation technologies like gas turbines and combined heat and power systems provide rapid responses, aiding grid balance during high VRES output variability periods. Overall, this paper provides an overview of power system flexibility, exploring the various flexibility resources available to VRES-related challenges. Finally, this paper emphasizes the importance of continued innovation in developing new flexibility solutions to meet the growing demand for sustainable and reliable power systems.