The Role of Hybrid Energy Systems in Powering
Discover how hybrid energy systems, combining solar, wind, and battery storage, are transforming telecom base station power,
Hybrid system solution commonly considered for powering telecom towers are PV-WT-battery, PV-DG-battery, WT-DG-battery, PV-WT-DG-battery, and PV-FC-battery systems (Aris & Shabani, 2015; Siddiqui et al., 2022). Brief information on these hybrid solutions discussed in the following paragraphs.
PV- and fuel cell-based hybrid power system including battery storage mainly consists of 3 parts. (i) PV power generation system, (ii) Fuel cell power generation system, and (iii) single-phase power supply inverter. Due to quick start-up and low operating temperature, PEM fuel cell is a preferred choice for powering telecom towers.
Optimal sizing of hybrid power supply system for telecommunication BTS load to ensure reliable power at lower cost. In 2017 International Conference on Technological Advance-ments in Power and Energy ( TAP Energy) (pp. 1–6). IEEE. GSMA. (2012). Green power for mobile : Top ten findings.
Moreover, policy measures and incentives from government will also help to boost the adoption of hybrid renewable systems for powering telecom towers especially in rural areas, where grid electricity prices are lower (Dinata & Saputro, 2020; Wijesinghe, 2019).
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