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An ultra-capacitor for frequency stability enhancement in small-isolated power systems: Models, simulation and field tests

Egido, I.; Sigrist, L.; Lobato, E.; Rouco, L.; Barrado, A. - In: Applied Energy 137 (2015) C, pp. 670-676

The most relevant issue in operation of isolated power systems is frequency stability. Frequency stability is concerned with the ability of generators to supply the loads at an acceptable frequency after a disturbance. Frequency stability is governed by the kinetic energy stored in the...

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Energy management strategy based on receding horizon for a power hybrid system

Feroldi, Diego; Rullo, Pablo; Zumoffen, David - In: Renewable Energy 75 (2015) C, pp. 550-559

This paper presents an energy management strategy to operate a hybrid power system with renewable sources (wind and solar), batteries, and polymeric electrolyte membrane fuel cells. The fuel cells are fed with hydrogen from bioethanol reforming. The energy management strategy uses the concept of...

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Multi-criteria decision making on the energy supply configuration of autonomous desalination units

Georgiou, Dimitris; Mohammed, Essam Sh.; Rozakis, Stelios - In: Renewable Energy 75 (2015) C, pp. 459-467

supplied by Renewable Energy Sources (RES). In this paper, five alternative energy generation topologies of Reverse Osmosis …

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Competitive auction mechanisms for the promotion renewable energy technologies: The case of the 50MW photovoltaics projects in Cyprus

Kylili, Angeliki; Fokaides, Paris A. - In: Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews 42 (2015) C, pp. 226-233

There are a range of policy frameworks and support mechanisms to promote the penetration of renewable energy technologies into the energy mix assembled by the governments and regulatory bodies around the world. The three dominant and most common support schemes that have also been implemented...

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Connecting Mediterranean countries through electricity corridors: New Institutional Economic and regulatory analysis

Khalfallah, Haikel - In: Utilities Policy 32 (2015) C, pp. 45-54

A super grid connecting the two shores of the Mediterranean could help Europe meet its targets for integrating renewable energy. This paper assesses the business models for building a platform for wholesale renewable energy trade via electricity corridors linking the two regions of the...

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Comparison of swimming pools alternative passive and active heating systems based on renewable energy sources in Southern Europe

Katsaprakakis, Dimitris Al. - In: Energy 81 (2015) C, pp. 738-753

This article examines different passive and active heating systems for swimming pools. The passive systems introduced in this article are:

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Geothermal reservoir potential of volcaniclastic settings: The Valley of Mexico, Central Mexico

Lenhardt, Nils; Götz, Annette E. - In: Renewable Energy 77 (2015) C, pp. 423-429

The geothermal potential of the Valley of Mexico has not been addressed in the past, although volcaniclastic settings in other parts of the world contain promising target reservoir formations. An outcrop analogue study of the thermophysical rock properties of the Neogene rocks within the Valley...

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Renewable energy awareness in vocational and technical education

Kacan, Erkan - In: Renewable Energy 76 (2015) C, pp. 126-134

countries. In this study, the awareness level for renewable energy sources of individuals related with V-TE is investigated …. Awareness survey for renewable energy sources is applied among the participants who are subdivided to different groups with … of renewable energy sources. Analysis that are based on the participants' role in V-TE presented meaningful differences …

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The Spanish intraday market design: A successful solution to balance renewable generation?

Chaves-Ávila, J.P.; Fernandes, C. - In: Renewable Energy 74 (2015) C, pp. 422-432

The increasing penetration of renewable energy sources in Europe requires market mechanisms which allow an efficient …

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Comprehensive review of renewable energy curtailment and avoidance: A specific example in China

Li, Canbing; Shi, Haiqing; Cao, Yijia; Wang, Jianhui; … - In: Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews 41 (2015) C, pp. 1067-1079

) emissions. Technologies like carbon capture and storage (CCS) as well as renewable energy sources including wind and solar have …

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