A Case Study on Influence of Distributed Generation in Rural Area

Abstract

In the proposed work, the investigation of a rural distribution network of Shivalli feeder which is in Dharwad district, Karnataka, India is the locale which is frequently undergoing with the certain issues like voltage regulation, energy loss, & peak loading conditions. Solar energy, one of the most useful and efficient renewable sources, which is used for generation and distribution, in which the optimal allocation on distribution feeders helps in reducing the energy loss and enhances the voltage profile. The methodology is evolved for determining the pertinent location of distributed generation in distribution network. The simulations are performed using Power World Simulator which indicates the reduction in energy loss and improved system performance using distributed generation. Also, the examination for climate and metrological condition of Dharwad district with respect to renewable energy resources availability is performed. The cost analysis for installation and implementation of decentralized distributed generation is achieved. Finally, the study reveals enhanced voltage profile, reduced energy loss and increased network capacity in the distribution network. The work emphasizes the impact of distributed generation on a practical system.