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Short-term renewable energy uncertainties and inertia consideration in power system generation expansion planning

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: In modern power systems, renewable energy (RE) sources are increasingly integrated to reduce reliance on fossil-fuel-based generation. However, the uncertainties and lack of rotational inertia associated with renewable energy generators (REGs) pose challenges to grid stability. This paper proposes a novel mixed-integer linear programming (MILP) model that optimizes energy costs while enhancing system inertia in the presence of RE uncertainties. The model incorporates both REG uncertainties and inertia requirements into the planning process. To validate its effectiveness, RE uncertainty data from Mangaung Municipality, Free State Province, South Africa, is used for analysis, and the model is tested on the IEEE 6-bus test system. Simulation results demonstrate that the proposed approach improves system inertia from 5.875 s to 6.304 s while reducing energy costs from $1752.88/MWh to $1614.50/MWh in Case 3, where both RE uncertainties and system inertia are considered. These results show a clear advantage over Case 1 (cost minimization only) and Case 2 (inertia maximization only), highlighting the model’s ability to balance economic and stability objectives in renewable-integrated power grids.

Source: Energy Reports

DOI: 10.1016/j.egyr.2025.05.002

Authors: Oladimeji Joseph Ayamolowo, K. Kusakana

Institution: Central University of Technology

Language: English

Topic: Electric Power System Optimization

Subfield: Electrical and Electronic Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Affordable and clean energy, Industry, innovation and infrastructure, Climate action

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,040