Evaluation of the performance of hybrid CSP/biomass power plants

• Type: Article in International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2018-12-01

Authors

João Soares (Author) FEUP; Armando C. Oliveira (Author) FEUP; Simon Dieckmann (Author) Other; Dirk Krueger (Author) Other; Francesco Orioli (Author) Other

Journal

Title: International Journal of Low Carbon Technologies

Vol. 13

Pages: 380-387

ISSN: 1748-1317

Publisher: Oxford University Press

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INSPEC

Scientific classification

CORDIS: Technological sciences > Engineering

FOS: Engineering and technology

Other information

Authenticus ID: P-00P-VXQ

DOI: 10.1093/ijlct/cty046

Abstract (EN): The value of renewable energy systems is undeniable since they rely on a free source that will not run out. However, they depend on meteorological conditions, leading to uncertainty on the instantaneous energy supply. An interesting concept consists on the strategic combination. In this article, two 1-MWel concentrated solar power/biomass hybrid power plants are presented and evaluated. One is intended for power generation only, while the other delivers combined heat and power. Technical and economic performances were evaluated through numerical simulation and calculation of the levelized cost of electricity.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific

No. of pages: 8