Journal
ENERGY POLICY
Volume 101, Issue -, Pages 594-611Publisher
ELSEVIER SCI LTD
DOI: 10.1016/j.enpol.2016.11.006
Keywords
Power grid; Optimization Renewable energy; Rechargeable battery; Variable renewable; Linear programming
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This manuscript analyzes an optimal power generation mix in Japan's nation-wide power grid by considering the post-Fukushima energy policy which puts a high priority on expanding renewable energy. The study is performed, employing an optimal power generation mix model which is characterized by detailed geographical resolution derived from 135 nodes and 166 high-voltage power transmission lines with 10-min temporal resolution. Simulated results reveal that renewable energy promotion policy underlies the necessity for capacity expansion of inter-or intra-regional power transmission lines in Japan in order to realize economical power system operation. In addition, the results show that the integration of massive variable renewable (VR) such as PV and wind decreases the capacity factor of power plant including ramp generator and possibly affects that profitability, which implies the challenge to ensure power system adequacy enough to control VR variability.
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