Journal Paper: Distribution planning with reliability options for distributed generation

Title:	Distribution planning with reliability options for distributed generation
Authors:	D. Trebolle , T. Gómez , R. Cossent , P. Frías
Keywords:	Distributed generation; Distribution planning; Reliability options; Firmness
Research topics	*Smart grids
Abstract:	The promotion of electricity generation from renewable energy sources (RES) and combined heat and power (CHP) has resulted in increasing penetration levels of distributed generation (DG). However, large-scale connection of DG involves profound changes in the operation and planning of electricity distribution networks. Distribution System Operators (DSOs) play a key role since these agents have to provide flexibility to their networks in order to integrate DG. Article 14.7 of EU Electricity Directive states that DSOs should consider DG as an alternative to new network investments. This is a challenging task, particularly under the current regulatory framework where DSOs must be legally and functionally unbundled from other activities in the electricity sector. This paper proposes a market mechanism, referred to as reliability options for distributed generation (RODG), which provides DSOs with an alternative to the investment in new distribution facilities. The mechanism proposed allocates the firm capacity required to DG embedded in the distribution network through a competitive auction. Additionally, RODG make DG partly responsible for reliability and provide DG with incentives for a more efficient operation taking into account the network conditions.
Reference:	Electric Power Systems Research Volume: 80 Number: 2 Pages: 222-229
Publication date:	January 2010
DOI reference:	doi:10.1016/j.epsr.2009.09.004
Journal Impact Factor:	JCR impact factor 0.952 (2008)
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