Evaluating the Techno-Economic Viability of a Solar PV-Wind Turbine Hybrid System with Battery Storage for an Electric Vehicle Charging Station in Khobar, Saudi Arabia

TL;DR

This paper assesses the feasibility of a hybrid solar-wind-battery system for EV charging stations in Saudi Arabia, optimizing design and cost-effectiveness using Homer simulations.

Contribution

It introduces an optimized hybrid renewable energy system architecture specifically tailored for EV charging stations, enhancing sustainability and economic viability.

Findings

Optimal system components identified for cost and energy efficiency

Renewable energy penetration maximized in the design

Cost of energy minimized through system optimization

Abstract

The main aim of this investigation is to replicate and enhance a sustainable hybrid energy structure that combines solar photovoltaic, wind turbines, battery storage. The study employs the Homer simulation model to evaluate the scaling, cost, and control strategy of this hybrid power system. This work primarily focuses on determining the most efficient design for a renewable energy generation system architecture for a significant electric vehicle charging station. The hybrid power system is designed to meet an AC base load of 2424.25 kWh/day with peak consumption of 444 kW. The simulation results indicate that the optimized components and the cost of energy are at an optimal level and the optimal design in terms of renewable energy penetration.