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Is pumped storage suitable for stand-alone photovoltaic systems?

Pumped storage is proposed for stand-alone photovoltaic systems. The system's size, simulation, and optimization are carried out. A genetic algorithm is used for the system's techno-economic optimization. The performance of the optimal case under zero LPSP is examined. The effectiveness of the proposed model and methodology is examined.

What is a direct-coupled photovoltaic water pumping system?

The direct-coupled photovoltaic water pumping system studied consists of the PV array, centrifugal pump, DC motor, a storage tank that serves a similar purpose to battery storage, and a maximum power point tracker to improve the energy consumption rate of the system.

What are photovoltaic systems & energy storage systems?

The energy transition and the desire for greater independence from electricity suppliers are increasingly bringing photovoltaic systems and energy storage systems into focus. Photovoltaic systems convert sunlight into electricity that can be used directly in the household or fed into the public grid.

What is a photovoltaic pump system?

Photovoltaic pump systems convert solar energy directly into electricity in order to drive pumps with an electric motor. These systems are used mainly for cattle water troughs, irrigation or supplying drinking water in sunny areas. See Figs. 1, 2 Photovoltaic pump system

Are photovoltaic pumping systems economically feasible?

The research conducted by Shepovalova et al. (2020) confirms the energy and economic feasibility of implementing photovoltaic pumping systems for irrigation and drinking water supply in urban and rural regions of countries with significant solar energy potential.

Why should you use a photovoltaic pump system?

The use of photovoltaic pump systems is particularly useful and makes economic sense in situations where no mains electricity is available. Unlike other photovoltaic systems, it is almost always possible to avoid the need to store electric energy. To equalise the fluctuating availability of solar energy, water can be stored in a high-level tank.