Can a hybrid energy system be used to electrify rural areas in Afghanistan?

In this study, the HOMER optimization tool was applied to investigate the performance and economic analysis of three hybrid renewable energy systems to select the best option for the electrification of rural areas in Afghanistan. The technical, economic, sensitivity and multi-year analy-sis criteria of the hybrid generation system were considered.

Can solar power supply affordable electricity to Afghanistan's remote communities?

This study’s purpose is to evaluate the techno-economic viability of hybrid systems based on solar, wind, and biomass to supply dependable and affordable electric-ity to Afghanistan’s remote communities. The study’s goal is to use low-carbon technology to achieve a low COE and enhance power access in rural areas.

Are hybrid power generation technologies economically viable for off-grid consumers?

Authentic studies have shown that hybrid power generation technologies are further economically viable for off-grid consumers in remote locations [ 21 ]. Many studies have been conducted on-grid-connected and off-grid renewable energy-based hybrid generation systems.

Is a hybrid energy system better than a national grid?

However, the COE in optimal HRES is higher than the COE supplied by Afghanistan’s national grid to the household resident in large cities, but COE in the hybrid system is about 37% lower than the cost of energy in the study area and some provinces of Afghanistan.

What are the benefits of a battery storage system?

As well as the storage system improves grid stability and reliability and can increase the efficiency of a power system . The maximum power rating of the battery at any instant is given by Eq. 7 :