Mitigating Voltage Violations Caused by Rooftop Solar PV Systems in LV Distribution Networks: A Case Study
Abstract
Distributed generation (DG) in power systems have become financially attractive. The number of grid-connected roof-top solar photovoltaic (PV) systems in Sri Lanka has exceeded 30,000 units by the end of 2021. Voltage violations attributed to PV systems have been reported in urban areas, requiring detailed analyses of impacts on the operation of these networks. This paper presents the case of a LV distribution network in Wennappuwa in north-western Sri Lanka. The study evaluates solutions to manage the voltage rise in the LV distribution network caused by roof-top solar PV systems under different scenarios.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.4038/slemaj.v24i2.29 | Journal eISSN: 2386-1304
Language: English
Page range: 1 - 6
Published on: Dec 30, 2021
Published by: Sri Lanka Energy Managers Association
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
© 2021 P. L. Y. L. B. Guneratne, A. D. Antony, A. W. H. S. Abeygunaseakara, R. M. M. R. Rathnayake, T. M. N. P. Jayawardana, published by Sri Lanka Energy Managers Association
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