Hybrid Renewable Power Generation Systems for Sustainable Energy Applications

  • Authors

    • Dr. Shalini Gupta Associate Professor, Panjab University, India Author

    DOI:

    https://doi.org/10.67228/3071-6357/IJMRSE-2022PII7R8M

    Published 07-04-2022

  • Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems, Solar Photovoltaic, Wind Energy, Biomass Energy, Sustainable Development, Energy Storage Systems, Microgrid, Renewable Power Generation, Smart Energy Management, Hybrid Power Systems

    Issue

    Vol. 5 No. 2 (2022)

    Section

    Articles

    How to Cite

    Hybrid Renewable Power Generation Systems for Sustainable Energy Applications. (2022). International Journal of Modern Research in Science & Engineering, 5(2), 01-15. https://doi.org/10.67228/3071-6357/IJMRSE-2022PII7R8M

  • Abstract

    The increasing demand for sustainable and environmentally friendly energy has accelerated the adoption of Hybrid Renewable Power Generation Systems (HRPGS). These systems combine multiple renewable energy sources, such as solar photovoltaic (PV), wind, biomass, and hydro power, with energy storage and intelligent control technologies to overcome the intermittency of individual renewable sources. This study presents a comprehensive review of hybrid renewable power systems, focusing on their operating principles, technological advancements, design methodologies, and performance evaluation. The integration of complementary renewable sources improves energy reliability, efficiency, and power quality while reducing dependence on conventional fossil-fuel-based generators. Advances in power electronics, energy management systems, and optimization techniques further enhance system performance. The study examines key challenges, including system sizing, resource variability, economic feasibility, and grid integration, and proposes an efficient design framework based on resource assessment, component sizing, system modeling, and energy management strategies. Simulation results indicate that hybrid renewable systems provide higher reliability, better energy utilization, reduced operational costs, and significant reductions in fuel consumption and carbon emissions compared to standalone renewable systems. Battery energy storage further improves system stability during periods of low renewable generation. The findings demonstrate that HRPGS offer a promising solution for sustainable energy development, particularly in remote, rural, and off-grid regions. Continued advancements in energy storage, intelligent control, and renewable forecasting technologies are expected to further improve their performance and economic viability, supporting global sustainability goals and the transition to a low-carbon energy future.

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