Concentrated solar power generation planning scheme

What is concentrating solar power (CSP)?

The increasing integration of intermittent renewable energy sources has significantly intensified the demand for flexible resources. In this context, concentrating solar power (CSP) stands poised to play a critical role due to its controllable and dispatchable capabilities.

Why is concentrating solar power important?

In this context, concentrating solar power (CSP) stands poised to play a critical role due to its controllable and dispatchable capabilities. However, the dearth of guidelines for modeling CSP in power system optimal planning and operation hinders accurate characterization of CSP’s operational properties.

Is CSP a good model for power system optimal planning & Operation?

As a clean and controllable power generation technology, CSP has become a crucial option for flexible power generation in high RE penetrated power systems. This paper proposes a CSP modeling framework for power system optimal planning and operation, and comprehensively reviews the common CSP models and research status of the corresponding RPs.

How to increase investment willingness of power generators with CSP integration?

Therefore, to increase the investment willingness of power generators and to promote the development model of hybrid RE sources with CSP integration, many scholars conduct research on the optimal generation schedule or bidding strategy aimed at maximizing the profit of market participants (RP6).

How do concentrating solar power plants work?

Concentrating solar power (CSP) plants use mirrors to concentrate sunlight onto a heat receiver, which collects and transfers the solar energy to a heat transfer fluid. The fluid can be used to supply heat for end-use applications or to generate electricity through conventional steam turbines.

What is the difference between CSP and Sep generation planning?

The SEP generation planning scheme is strongly sensitive to the cost data associated with investment costs, operational costs, and market electricity prices. Compared with PV and wind power, CSP exhibits a higher LCOE but boasts significant advantages due to the adjustable output characteristics, and a continuous, reliable power supply.