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Techno-economic assessment and transient modeling of a solar-based multi-generation system for sustainable/clean coastal urban development

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  • Zhou, Xiao
  • Ding, Chunliang
  • Abed, Azher M.
  • Abdullaev, Sherzod
  • Ahmad, Sayed Fayaz
  • Fouad, Yasser
  • Dahari, Mahidzal
  • Mahariq, Ibrahim

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To ensure the health of vulnerable coastal ecosystems, a transition to sustainable energy solutions is essential. Environmentally friendly systems powered by renewable sources offer not only a reduction in pollution but also the adaptability needed for a flexible and resilient energy future. This study proposes and comprehensively evaluates an integrated solar-based system designed to meet the daily needs of coastal cities. The proposed system incorporates key components such as dual-loop power cycles, parabolic trough solar collectors, liquefied natural gas (LNG) regasification, reverse osmosis, and proton exchange membrane electrolysis. To optimize energy utilization, the inclusion of a thermoelectric generator (TEG) is considered, harnessing the thermal gradient among the LNG stream and the power cycle fluid. We conduct transient modeling, incorporating comprehensive scenarios that account for both thermal and economic aspects. The performance evaluation of the system focuses specifically on coastal regions, with San Francisco serving as a case study. The dynamic simulation results demonstrate the capability of the integrated system in fulfilling the urban needs for one year, delivering 1,134,207 cubic meters of potable water and generating 11,306 MWh of electricity. Financial analysis reveals that the solar unit accounts for over 46 % of the total cost, with an hourly cost rate of $69.61. The levelized cost of electricity is predicted at 4.61 cents/kWh, while the levelized cost of water is calculated at 30.54 cents/m3. These findings provide valuable insights into the cost-effectiveness and competitive advantage of the system in terms of energy and water production.

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  • Zhou, Xiao & Ding, Chunliang & Abed, Azher M. & Abdullaev, Sherzod & Ahmad, Sayed Fayaz & Fouad, Yasser & Dahari, Mahidzal & Mahariq, Ibrahim, 2024. "Techno-economic assessment and transient modeling of a solar-based multi-generation system for sustainable/clean coastal urban development," Renewable Energy, Elsevier, vol. 233(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:renene:v:233:y:2024:i:c:s096014812401187x
    DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2024.121119
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