Using Hybrid PV-Hydrogen Storage Systems in Optimal Planning of Microgrids

For dwelling located in isolated areas without access to the power distribution networks, PV - hydrogen storage systems are good choices for generating electricity. This paper addresses the optimization of sizing of PV- hydrogen storage systems and energy management for off-grid isolated houses, considering uncertainties in solar irradiance. To evaluate the energy performances of the PV-hydrogen storage system for optimal microgrid planning was used the Homer application. The proposed system contains PV panels, an electrolyzer, a hydrogen storage tank, a converter and fuel cells. The result based on real world databased for optimal sizing of each component of the hybrid system was determined from the point of view of energy efficiency.