Kramens, J.; Valtere, M.; Krigers, G.; Kirsanovs, V.; Blumberga, D. Ranking of Independent Small-Scale Electricity Generation Systems. Clean Technol.2024, 6, 140-151.
Kramens, J.; Valtere, M.; Krigers, G.; Kirsanovs, V.; Blumberga, D. Ranking of Independent Small-Scale Electricity Generation Systems. Clean Technol. 2024, 6, 140-151.
Kramens, J.; Valtere, M.; Krigers, G.; Kirsanovs, V.; Blumberga, D. Ranking of Independent Small-Scale Electricity Generation Systems. Clean Technol.2024, 6, 140-151.
Kramens, J.; Valtere, M.; Krigers, G.; Kirsanovs, V.; Blumberga, D. Ranking of Independent Small-Scale Electricity Generation Systems. Clean Technol. 2024, 6, 140-151.
Abstract
The EU’s energy targets are to achieve at least 32% renewables in the energy mix by 2030. Part of the solution is strengthening consumer rights by empowering individuals to generate their own electricity. The study aimed to identify the most suitable energy system for electricity generation of up to 50 kW in the EU residential sector. The Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis was used to compare four systems: proton exchange membrane fuel cell with photovoltaic panels, photovoltaic panels, biomass powered Stirling engine, and solar powered Stirling engine. Based on the results, the most beneficial system for household electricity generation is the Biomass-fueled Stirling engine system due to its affordability, reliability, and low environmental impact. Governments and businesses can use these findings to improve information for the residential sector and enable the transition to renewable energy.
Keywords
Fuel cell; Multi-Criteria Decision Analysis (MCDA); Renewable energy systems; Sensitivity analysis; Small scale systems; Stirling engine
Subject
Engineering, Energy and Fuel Technology
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