Preventive Management and Control of a Microgrid System using Flexibility of Distributed Storage

Abstract

Distributed Electrical Energy Storage (EES) is a key element of the MicroGrid (MG). When associated with accurate load and generation forecasts, the management of EES can avoid potential technical problems and at the same time ensure adequate reserve capacity to ensure the autonomous operation of the MG. This paper presents a preventive management and control framework for the operation of the MG both interconnected and islanded from the main grid. The main results obtained in an experimental MG test setup at INESC TEC Smart Grid and Electric Vehicle Laboratory are also presented.