Development of a tool to optimize demand response in thermal power plants. Simplex method ang GRG: Aplication to island power systems

Abstract

The penetration of renewable energy in island environments poses a series of challenges, such as stability, demand response and security of supply, among others. In this thesis, we will study the current conditions of the electrical energy demand in Gran Canaria and its electrical production system. Based on the data and characteristics of the different combustion energy production units existing in the two power plants of Gran Canaria, a tool will be proposed to optimise the energy production system using combustion technology (non- renewable) and combine it with energy production using renewable energy sources that meet the expectations in terms of dynamic response, safety, scalability and integration with renewable energy systems, reduction of greenhouse gases and reduction of production costs. This tool will be based on operational research, mathematical optimisation methods, specifically the Simplex Algorithm and the GRG, and will propose the different existing combinations in order to achieve energy production that satisfies demand, minimising fuel consumption and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, optimising the power available in Gran Canaria.