Integrated Optimal Operation of Rural Microgrid Production Management Considering Photovoltaic Outputs

This chapter delves into the integrated optimal operation of rural microgrid production management, with a particular focus on photovoltaic outputs. It explores how time-sharing tariffs and real-time tariffs can incentivize industrial production processes to shift electricity usage away from peak hours, thereby reducing overall energy costs and alleviating grid load. The text introduces an innovative synergistic optimization model for short-process steel mills, which integrates ground-source heat pumps for cooling and heating energy. The model aims to minimize operating costs while considering various constraints such as material balance, storage space, production stages, and energy balance. A detailed case analysis is presented, comparing three scenarios: fixed production equipment operation, no use of ground-source heat pumps, and the proposed method considering both adjustability of industrial production and ground-source heat pump technology. The results demonstrate that the proposed method significantly reduces energy consumption and power purchase costs, while also achieving peak shaving and valley filling. The conclusion highlights the effectiveness of the model in improving energy management flexibility and reducing energy consumption by 26.25%. This chapter provides valuable insights into the practical application of integrated optimal scheduling models for rural microgrids, offering a comprehensive approach to energy-efficient production management.