Abstract:
To facilitate the integration of renewable energy and the disposal of waste incineration units while enabling their grid connection, a coordinated optimization scheduling model was proposed for a hybrid wind-solar virtual power plant incorporating waste incineration units. This model takes into consideration the intermittency and uncertainty of renewable energy output, as well as the finite availability of biomass energy. It leverages the flexible regulation capacity of waste incineration units to effectively mitigate the variability of wind and solar power generation. Furthermore, the low-carbon nature of renewable energy sources enhances the economic viability of the system. The optimization and solution of this scheduling model are conducted using Matlab software. The model comprehensively accounts for factors such as waste incineration power generation costs, operational and maintenance costs of wind and photovoltaic (PV) facilities, national subsidy income, and grid security operational constraints. It analyzes the impact of different capacity configurations of generator units within the virtual power plant on the economic performance of the system. Additionally, the model proposes optimized capacity allocation strategies and scheduling schemes. Finally, through simulation calculations, the model determines the optimal configurations for each generator unit and their control strategies. These strategies aim to enhance the overall system efficiency while ensuring the fulfillment of grid load requirements and promoting the integration of wind and solar power.