A simplified methodology to estimate the impact of wind power over operating reserves in isolated power systems

Luis S. Vargas, Felipe A. Larrain

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Abstract

This paper presents a simplified methodology to estimate the impact of wind power over operating reserves in isolated power systems. The methodology is based on a convolution approach that merges the fluctuations of wind speed with the natural variations of demand, and formulates the probability distribution function of variables as a non-Gaussian behavior. The estimation renders a histogram containing the probability distribution of operating reserves required in different time spans. The methodology also estimates the LOLP indicator to assess the operative reserve of the system. An application on the expansion plan of a Chilean isolated power system is presented and results indicate that the methodology is able to estimate operating reserve needs in a time span ranging from 1 to 30 minutes, which adequately satisfy the future needs of this isolated power system.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationProceedings of IREP Symposium
Subtitle of host publicationBulk Power System Dynamics and Control - IX Optimization, Security and Control of the Emerging Power Grid, IREP 2013
DOIs
StatePublished - 2013
Externally publishedYes
Event2013 IREP Symposium on Bulk Power System Dynamics and Control - IX Optimization, Security and Control of the Emerging Power Grid, IREP 2013 - Rethymno, Greece
Duration: 25 Aug 201330 Aug 2013

Publication series

NameProceedings of IREP Symposium: Bulk Power System Dynamics and Control - IX Optimization, Security and Control of the Emerging Power Grid, IREP 2013

Conference

Conference2013 IREP Symposium on Bulk Power System Dynamics and Control - IX Optimization, Security and Control of the Emerging Power Grid, IREP 2013
Country/TerritoryGreece
CityRethymno
Period25/08/1330/08/13

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