Reza Rahbar

MSc (Amirkabir University of Technology, 2013)
BSc (Islamic Azadi University, 2009)

Notice of the Final Oral Examination for the Degree of Master of Applied Science

Topic

Feasibility Assessment of Offsetting Diesel Generator in an Islanded Microgrid

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering

Date & location

Thursday, August 22, 2024
9:00 A.M.
Virtual Defence

Reviewers

Supervisory Committee

Dr. Amirali Baniasadi, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, University of Victoria (Co-Supervisor)
Dr. Ilamparithi Thirumarai Chelvan, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, UVic (Co-Supervisor)

External Examiner

Dr. Jason Lee, Department of Mechanical Engineering, UVic

Chair of Oral Examination

Dr. Andrea McKenzie, Department of History, UVic

Abstract

The presented work endeavors to mitigate the reliance on existing diesel generators by integrating hybrid renewable energy systems to fulfill the energy demands of a small community residing in Meziadin Lake, Canada. Utilizing HOMER Pro 3.16.2 software, the research employs a range of analyses, encompassing Net Present Value (NPV), Cost of Energy (COE), emissions, energy production, and operational costs. The simulation outcomes indicate that a combination of solar energy, batteries, and the existing diesel generator represents the optimal solution, demonstrating superior performance in terms of NPV, COE, emissions, and operational expenses.

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