Modeling and Optimization of Integrated Energy System for Renewable Power Penetration considering Carbon and Pollutant Reduction Systems

Abstract

To address climate change and environmental pollution, an increasing number of renewable energy source generations are connected to the grid; meanwhile, the need for carbon capture and pollutant reduction for traditional energy has increased in urgency. In this study, the dispatch problem for an integrated energy system (IES) is expanded considering renewable penetration, carbon capture, and pollutant reduction. First of all, detailed models of carbon and pollutants reductions systems are set up. Specifically, the carbon capture system’s characteristics, which contribute more flexibility for the conventional power plants, are clarified. In addition, the treatment process of pollutants containing SO2 and NOx is elaborated. Moreover, the structure of an evolutionary IES containing pollutants treatment, battery and thermal energy storage, and carbon capture and storage systems are put forward. On this basis, the model of IES for renewable energy penetration and environmental protection considering the constraint of pollutant ultra-low emissions is set up. Finally, the simulation results show that the proposed approach can improve renewable energy penetration and restrain carbon and pollutants emissions.