Research and design of power infrastructure for the transformation ao greek island into a smart island

Κούσουλος-Κοβαχιάν, Ηλίας; Kousoulos Kovachian, Elias

dc.contributor.author	Κούσουλος-Κοβαχιάν, Ηλίας	el
dc.contributor.author	Kousoulos Kovachian, Elias	en
dc.date.accessioned	2022-03-21T11:54:49Z
dc.date.available	2022-03-21T11:54:49Z
dc.identifier.uri	https://dspace.lib.ntua.gr/xmlui/handle/123456789/54991
dc.identifier.uri	http://dx.doi.org/10.26240/heal.ntua.22689
dc.rights	Αναφορά Δημιουργού 3.0 Ελλάδα	*
dc.rights.uri	http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/gr/	*
dc.subject	Smart Islands	en
dc.subject	Renewable Energy	en
dc.subject	Energy Storage Technologies	en
dc.subject	Greek Islands	en
dc.subject	Project Development	en
dc.subject	Έξυπνα Νησιά	el
dc.subject	Ανανεώσημες Πηγές Ενέργειας	el
dc.subject	Τεχνολογίες Αποθήκευσης Ενέργειας	el
dc.subject	Ελληνικά Νησιά	el
dc.subject	Ανάπτυξη Έργου	el
dc.title	Research and design of power infrastructure for the transformation ao greek island into a smart island	en
dc.title	Έρευνα και σχεδιασμός ενεργειακής υποδομής για μετατροπή ελληνικού νησιού σε έξυπνο νησί
heal.type	bachelorThesis
heal.classification	Industrial & Energy Economics	en
heal.language	en
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heal.publicationDate	2021-06-25
heal.abstract	The principal aim of this research is to investigate the possible scenarios which are adequate to substitute the current energy system in the Greek islands and identify the most feasible scenarios contributing to the development plans for specific islands that have high costs of connecting their electricity supply system to the mainland. Therefor the development of a microgrid solution under the umbrella of smart islands initiative is researched. Before getting in depth on the analysis of the scenarios, a general research is conducted to understand the current energy status worldwide and in Greece. Moreover, a breakdown of the technologies is being analysed in order to understand and choose the most fit technologies for this investigation. The first stage of the analysis is the creation and modelling of a reference scenario which represents as realistic as possible the current energy system in Astypalea and the energy balance characteristics. These concern the fuel utilization types, energy sources mostly used and the profiles in the demand and supply side. The second stage includes the development and modelling of one suggested alternative scenario which is capable to fulfil the existing demands, substituting the reference scenario and respond to the goals set in the research question. This alternative scenario is created based on the reference scenario data and according to the Smart Energy System concept. The third stage includes the workplan for the development of the alternative scenario, including detailed workforce and table of work packages and deliverables.The fourth stage is the financial aspect of the project that includes a detailed budget regarding development and operation.The results of the simulations for the alternative scenario are presented and analysed, following by a discussion regarding the uncertainties and the need for sensitivity analysis to test the robustness of the results and identify connections between inputs and outputs. In this way crucial information is obtained regarding the factors which may alter the results in case of being changed even though the sensitivity analysis is not realized. It stands though as a better understanding of the results and conclusions made and how these might change. Finally, the sensitivity factors and uncertainties in calculations are outlined and discussed regarding possible influences, followed by a general discussion	en
heal.sponsor	The current dissertation has been conducted in the School of Chemical Engineering in the department of Economics and Business Administration during the year of 2020-2021, under the supervision of Associate Professor Mr. Aggelos Tsakanikas. The basis for this research originally stemmed from my passion for developing sustainable methods and scenarios to power remote areas and communities that face serious electrification and other relevant to power supply issues. As the world moves further into the digital-eco-friendly age, and new technologies arise, there will be a greater need to put them in action and give those communities access to green and zero-emission, reliable energy to power their residences and businesses.The topic and the relevant study points came after my working experience in Gommyr Power Networks, a renewable energy systems advisor and project developer company with a focus on solar PV microgrids and battery energy storage. While working there I gained experience and knowledge to support and study the idea of transforming distant islands with electrification issues into smart and intelligent hubs that can be sustained through the exploitation of local renewable energy sources. For this research I would like to thank my supervisor Mr. Aggelos Tsakanikas for the trust and support for this initiative. Moreover, I could not have achieved my current level of success without the support of Dr. Aimilia Protogerou – Laboratory Teaching Stuff who provided patient advice and guidance throughout the research process. I would also like to thank Gommyr Power Networks, for sharing their knowledge and sources for this study. Last but not least, I would like to thank my fellow colleagues that were a good companion on this journey that has finally come to an end. Thanks again to all the aforementioned contributors, I now can be called a Graduate Chemical Engineer of National Technical University of Athens.	en
heal.advisorName	Τσακανίκας, Άγγελος	el
heal.advisorName	Tsakanikas, Aggelos	en
heal.committeeMemberName	Taoukis, Petros
heal.committeeMemberName	Maroulis, Zacharias
heal.academicPublisher	Εθνικό Μετσόβιο Πολυτεχνείο. Σχολή Χημικών Μηχανικών. Τομέας Ανάλυσης, Σχεδιασμού και Ανάπτυξης Διεργασιών και Συστημάτων (ΙΙ)	el
heal.academicPublisherID	ntua
heal.numberOfPages	119
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