The Application of Homer Optimization Software to Investigate the Prospects of Hybrid Renewable Energy System in Rural Communities of Sokoto in Nigeria
Summary. A hybrid solar and wind energy system designed for rural Sokoto, Nigeria proves cost-effective for electrification. Using NASA meteorological data and HOMER optimization software, researchers sized an optimal system combining 35.21kW solar panels, three 25kW wind turbines, and battery storage. The system costs $249,910 upfront but recovers investment in five years, delivering 25 years of maintenance-free, pollution-free electricity to remote communities at lower long-term cost than grid extension.
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Mas’ud, A. A.. (2017). The Application of Homer Optimization Software to Investigate the Prospects of Hybrid Renewable Energy System in Rural Communities of Sokoto in Nigeria. International Journal of Electrical and Computer Engineering (IJECE). https://doi.org/10.11591/ijece.v7i2.pp596-603
Mas’ud, Abdullahi Abubakar. “The Application of Homer Optimization Software to Investigate the Prospects of Hybrid Renewable Energy System in Rural Communities of Sokoto in Nigeria.” International Journal of Electrical and Computer Engineering (IJECE), 2017. https://doi.org/10.11591/ijece.v7i2.pp596-603.
Mas’ud, Abdullahi Abubakar. 2017. “The Application of Homer Optimization Software to Investigate the Prospects of Hybrid Renewable Energy System in Rural Communities of Sokoto in Nigeria.” International Journal of Electrical and Computer Engineering (IJECE). https://doi.org/10.11591/ijece.v7i2.pp596-603.
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