PV and Energy Storage Roles in Advancing Hospital Power Stability under Regular Power Outages

The energy sector, with a specific focus on electricity, plays a crucial role in fostering economic development, healthcare, education, and industrial progress. Unanticipated power interruptions, particularly prevalent in developing regions like the MENA area, stem from a variety of factors such as natural disasters, economic and political instability, conflicts, and aging power infrastructure. Hospitals, in particular, heavily depend on a consistent power supply to ensure patient well-being and safety. Nevertheless, unforeseen power outages present significant obstacles by disrupting healthcare services and negatively impacting patient health and welfare. In response to this challenge, hospitals have traditionally turned to diesel generators as alternative energy sources. However, these generators encounter issues related to pollution as well as high operational and energy expenses. This research undertakes a thorough feasibility assessment for two proposed photovoltaic (PV) systems, with the support of a case study utilizing hospital energy consumption data. The results highlight the viability of integrating PV systems with electric vehicles (EVs) and energy storage solutions to enhance the quality and reliability of hospital power supply.