Planning and operation of future energy systems incorporating green hydrogen and fuel cell electric vehicles

Tabandeh, Abbas

Planning and operation of future energy systems incorporating green hydrogen and fuel cell electric vehicles

Tabandeh, Abbas

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dc.contributor.author	Tabandeh, Abbas
dc.date.accessioned	2025-05-22T04:20:37Z
dc.date.available	2025-05-22T04:20:37Z
dc.date.issued	2024
dc.identifier.uri	http://hdl.handle.net/10453/187460
dc.description	University of Technology Sydney. Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology.	en_US.UTF-8
dc.description.abstract	This thesis aims to design and develop novel solutions for critical green hydrogen applications in future energy systems, focusing on planning and operational aspects. Green hydrogen production via renewable energy sources and its varied applications in the electricity and transport sectors are gaining attention. Fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) offer a zero-emission alternative to diesel vehicles, and with their growing numbers, the development of hydrogen refuelling stations (HRSs) is crucial. The increasing energy demand, improper siting and sizing of HRSs, and high penetration of distributed renewable energy sources complicate power network planning and operational scheduling. Therefore, the first part of this thesis proposes an integrated multi-stage and multi-zone expansion planning framework to coordinate the investment and scheduling of HRSs, wind and solar energy sources, and the distribution network. The outcomes could demonstrate the model's effectiveness in optimising timing, sizing, location, and operational schedules of HRSs, renewable energy sources, and electricity network assets. To accelerate the energy transition towards sustainable and low-carbon networks, greater system integration and flexibility are needed to handle variations in renewable electricity generation and demand. Hydrogen hubs and hydrogen-based microgrids are emerging as future multi-energy systems, enhancing integration between different energy carriers such as electricity, heat, cooling energy, and hydrogen, in terms of both markets and infrastructures. Hence, the second objective of the thesis is to develop a multi-year optimisation model in technical and economic terms to simultaneously consider the planning and operation of microgrids operating in three modes, i.e. grid-connected/on-grid, isolated, and hybrid modes. The third part of this thesis introduces a comprehensive hydrogen hub model as a strategic solution to meet governmental emission reduction targets and to cater to end uses, encompassing mobility, backup/storage, heating and cooling provision, onsite electricity generation, and grid energy supply. Then, a novel multi-stage framework for the concurrent operation and planning of the hydrogen hub components considering the multi-energy market concept is established. Finally, a novel multi-state and multi-stage framework for the simultaneous optimal operation and planning of hydrogen hub components is introduced, enabling optimal decisions under the uncertainty of solar power and diverse demands. A new stochastic model is proposed to coordinate and preserve the chronological order of time series data for varied demands (hydrogen, electricity, cooling, and heating energy) and solar power, which is critical for accurate operating results.	en_US.UTF-8
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dc.rights	© 2024 Abbas Tabandeh
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dc.title	Planning and operation of future energy systems incorporating green hydrogen and fuel cell electric vehicles	en_US.UTF-8
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This thesis aims to design and develop novel solutions for critical green hydrogen applications in future energy systems, focusing on planning and operational aspects. Green hydrogen production via renewable energy sources and its varied applications in the electricity and transport sectors are gaining attention. Fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs) offer a zero-emission alternative to diesel vehicles, and with their growing numbers, the development of hydrogen refuelling stations (HRSs) is crucial. The increasing energy demand, improper siting and sizing of HRSs, and high penetration of distributed renewable energy sources complicate power network planning and operational scheduling. Therefore, the first part of this thesis proposes an integrated multi-stage and multi-zone expansion planning framework to coordinate the investment and scheduling of HRSs, wind and solar energy sources, and the distribution network. The outcomes could demonstrate the model's effectiveness in optimising timing, sizing, location, and operational schedules of HRSs, renewable energy sources, and electricity network assets. To accelerate the energy transition towards sustainable and low-carbon networks, greater system integration and flexibility are needed to handle variations in renewable electricity generation and demand. Hydrogen hubs and hydrogen-based microgrids are emerging as future multi-energy systems, enhancing integration between different energy carriers such as electricity, heat, cooling energy, and hydrogen, in terms of both markets and infrastructures. Hence, the second objective of the thesis is to develop a multi-year optimisation model in technical and economic terms to simultaneously consider the planning and operation of microgrids operating in three modes, i.e. grid-connected/on-grid, isolated, and hybrid modes. The third part of this thesis introduces a comprehensive hydrogen hub model as a strategic solution to meet governmental emission reduction targets and to cater to end uses, encompassing mobility, backup/storage, heating and cooling provision, onsite electricity generation, and grid energy supply. Then, a novel multi-stage framework for the concurrent operation and planning of the hydrogen hub components considering the multi-energy market concept is established. Finally, a novel multi-state and multi-stage framework for the simultaneous optimal operation and planning of hydrogen hub components is introduced, enabling optimal decisions under the uncertainty of solar power and diverse demands. A new stochastic model is proposed to coordinate and preserve the chronological order of time series data for varied demands (hydrogen, electricity, cooling, and heating energy) and solar power, which is critical for accurate operating results.

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