Optimized hybrid energy systems for sustainable net-zero communities: Modelling, framework design and performance analysis

Parvin, K; Tabandeh, A; Hossain, MJ; Hannan, MA

Optimized hybrid energy systems for sustainable net-zero communities: Modelling, framework design and performance analysis

Parvin, K Tabandeh, A

Hossain, MJ Hannan, MA

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Publisher:: PERGAMON-ELSEVIER SCIENCE LTD
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Citation:: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2025, 160
Issue Date:: 2025-08-20

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dc.contributor.author	Parvin, K
dc.contributor.author	Tabandeh, A https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2249-4235
dc.contributor.author	Hossain, MJ
dc.contributor.author	Hannan, MA
dc.date.accessioned	2026-01-15T03:59:28Z
dc.date.available	2026-01-15T03:59:28Z
dc.date.issued	2025-08-20
dc.identifier.citation	International Journal of Hydrogen Energy, 2025, 160
dc.identifier.issn	0360-3199
dc.identifier.issn	1879-3487
dc.identifier.uri	http://hdl.handle.net/10453/191863
dc.description.abstract	Identifying a cost-effective pathway to achieve net zero energy in remote Australian communities is crucial for meeting the country's net zero target by 2050. Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems (HRES) offer a sustainable and economical alternative to traditional power sources by lowering capital costs and improving renewable energy efficiency. This paper presents a sustainable HRES modelling and theoretical framework for designing and optimizing net-zero communities with emerging energy technologies. It examines a PV-Wind hybrid system with various storage technologies to meet energy demands in remote areas of Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia. Multiple future scenarios are evaluated based on technical, economic, and environmental criteria. The results show that the hybrid system, consisting of PV, wind, battery and hydrogen energy, is the most viable, achieving net zero energy (NZE) with a cost of energy (COE) of $0.0957/kWh and zero CO<inf>2</inf> emissions. The results obtained over time underscore that COE, carbon emission reduction and renewable integration play a crucial role in sustainable energy development and economic growth enhancing energy security and lowering operational costs. Overall, this study highlights the potential of optimized HRES configurations for diverse locations and climates, supporting Australia's transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
dc.language	English
dc.publisher	PERGAMON-ELSEVIER SCIENCE LTD
dc.relation.ispartof	International Journal of Hydrogen Energy
dc.relation.isbasedon	10.1016/j.ijhydene.2025.150559
dc.rights	info:eu-repo/semantics/openAccess
dc.subject	03 Chemical Sciences, 09 Engineering
dc.subject.classification	Energy
dc.subject.classification	34 Chemical sciences
dc.subject.classification	40 Engineering
dc.title	Optimized hybrid energy systems for sustainable net-zero communities: Modelling, framework design and performance analysis
dc.type	Journal Article
utslib.citation.volume	160
utslib.for	03 Chemical Sciences
utslib.for	09 Engineering
pubs.organisational-group	University of Technology Sydney
pubs.organisational-group	University of Technology Sydney/Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
pubs.organisational-group	University of Technology Sydney/Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology/School of Electrical and Data Engineering
pubs.organisational-group	University of Technology Sydney/Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology/Engineering and IT Related HDR Students
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dc.rights.license	This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License (CC BY 4.0). To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
dc.date.updated	2026-01-15T03:59:26Z
pubs.publication-status	Published
pubs.volume	160

Abstract:

Identifying a cost-effective pathway to achieve net zero energy in remote Australian communities is crucial for meeting the country's net zero target by 2050. Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems (HRES) offer a sustainable and economical alternative to traditional power sources by lowering capital costs and improving renewable energy efficiency. This paper presents a sustainable HRES modelling and theoretical framework for designing and optimizing net-zero communities with emerging energy technologies. It examines a PV-Wind hybrid system with various storage technologies to meet energy demands in remote areas of Broken Hill, New South Wales, Australia. Multiple future scenarios are evaluated based on technical, economic, and environmental criteria. The results show that the hybrid system, consisting of PV, wind, battery and hydrogen energy, is the most viable, achieving net zero energy (NZE) with a cost of energy (COE) of $0.0957/kWh and zero CO2 emissions. The results obtained over time underscore that COE, carbon emission reduction and renewable integration play a crucial role in sustainable energy development and economic growth enhancing energy security and lowering operational costs. Overall, this study highlights the potential of optimized HRES configurations for diverse locations and climates, supporting Australia's transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.

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