Abstract
The paper presents the conceptual assumptions of research concerning the design of a theoretical multi-criteria model of a system architecture to stabilize the operation of power distribution networks based on a hydrogen energy buffer, taking into account the utility application of hydrogen. The basis of the research process was a systematic literature review using the technique of in-depth analysis of full-text articles and expert consultations. The structural model concept was described in two dimensions in which the identified variables were embedded. The first dimension includes the supply chain phases: procurement and production with warehousing and distribution. The second dimension takes into account a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach and includes the following factors: technical, economic–logistical, locational, and formal–legal.
Highlights
Nowadays, more and more policymakers across the world pay attention to green energy, decarbonization, and applying zero or low-emission solutions in their economies, mainly due to customer pressure [1,2]
Hydrogen supply chain (HSC) research has focused on hydrogen production and storage infrastructure and hydrogen transportation means and processes [11]
The objective of the research is to design a theoretical multi-criteria model of a system architecture for stabilizing the operation of electric power distribution networks based on a hydrogen energy buffer, while taking into account the utility applications of hydrogen
Summary
More and more policymakers across the world pay attention to green energy, decarbonization, and applying zero or low-emission solutions in their economies, mainly due to customer pressure [1,2]. With the development of renewable energy sources (RES), the problem of seasonality in energy supply from these sources has arisen. Seasonality concerns both daily and weekly schedules or the system of seasons. One of the concepts for solving this problem is storing electric energy in hydrogen (building a hydrogen buffer). The task of the hydrogen buffer is to stabilize the operation of electric power networks through the conversion of excess electrical energy to so-called “green”. The energy stored in hydrogen will serve to meet future demand in situations of periodic shortage. Hydrogen fuel (distribution phase) can be used for utility purposes through distribution system operators (e.g., refueling of the vehicle fleet). A by-product of the electrolysis process is oxygen, which may in the future constitute a source of income for the distribution system operators (additional economic benefits)
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