Economic and environmental analysis for different scenarios of grid-connected Solar PV-based EV charging Station facility using Homer Grid

Abstract

For a variety of reasons, electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming more popular. The primary advantage of EVs is reduced pollution from gas emissions. Rising fuel costs and the depletion of fossil fuels are two more issues that need to be addressed. These elements have a greater impact on a Clean Pakistan. EVs are gaining popularity as a means of reducing CO2 emissions from road travel as well as worldwide fossil fuel usage. Electricity needed to charge an electric vehicle’s battery is often obtained from the grid. When EVs are charged by the electrical grid, the system suffers from serious power challenges. To further promote the use of renewable energy resources (RERs) and lower CO2 emissions, certain solar photovoltaic (PV) systems may want to take into account EV charging. This paper will look at a financial and environmental feasibility analysis for the construction of an electric bike charging station powered by solar photovoltaic. Various system design plans are explored in this study, along with their impact on polluted gases emission and economically significant metrics. The proposed approach’s results are compared to those of a charging station that receives a single charge from the grid. Polluted gas emissions, such as CO2, CO, SO2, and NOX, have been greatly reduced when compared to other current approaches. The study should benefit environmentally friendly and commercially profitable renewable energy-based EV charging options.