Economic analysis of cross-breed power arrangement for Salalah region in the Al-Khareef season
Paul C. Okonkwo, El Manaa Barhoumi, S. Murugan, Manaf Zghaibeh, C. E. Otor, Ahmed G. Abo‐Khalil, A.M.A. Mohamed
Abstract
Salalah is known for its Al-Khareef unique weather that is marked by influx of tourists into the community resulting in high electrical load demand during the Al-Khareef season. This paper investigates the viability of two hybridised energy systems for application in Salalah community. The result demonstrated that the Photovoltaic, Wind and Battery combination is more cost effective in terms of energy consumption, initial cost and renewal price, in comparison to the other hybrid energy system. The Homer Pro software, return on investment and internal rate of return analysis showed that the Photovoltaic/Wind/Battery scheme commands higher economic and environmental viability, presenting the Photovoltaic, Wind and Battery scheme as a better option to meet the power demand for Salalah city.