Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) primary frequency response has a potential as a new resource in the power system, and it is feasible enough to contribute to the grid stability. However, in order to leverage the electric-vehicle (EV) fleets participating in such...
Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) primary frequency response has a potential as a new resource in the power system, and it is feasible enough to contribute to the grid stability. However, in order to leverage the electric-vehicle (EV) fleets participating in such V2G services and realize the potential of them, a sophisticated approach is required. This is due to the physical constraints and the requirements in the grid. Moreover, it is essential to consider the needs of EV owners―charging their vehicles.
From this viewpoint, the control algorithm proposed in this thesis aims to restore the SoC of EVs by prioritizing charging and leverage V2G fleets while preserving their SoC and mitigating the battery degradation. Also, this algorithm reflects the limitations of the conventional EV charging infrastructure and requirements for primary frequency response in the electricity market.
In order to achieve the aims, the proposed control algorithm determines control MODEs depending on the SoC of EVs and differentiates the primary frequency control strategies. This enables the fleets to restore and preserve their SoC while contributing to the grid.
In addition, the effect of the proposed V2G model is quantified as the ratio of replaced governor response to V2G response, defined as Replacement Factor (RF). Since it is obtained in the range 0.953–1.523, it can be concluded that the proposed V2G model can effectively replace governor response while prioritizing charging and preserving the SoC of EVs.
Replacement Factor is also linearized with respect to SoC distribution in the fleets, and the Replacement Factor Estimation Function is derived. By utilizing this function, Replacement Factor can be conservatively estimated, and the corresponding amount of governor response can be replaced with V2G response based on the proposed control algorithm. In other words, it is possible to operate V2G fleets as a new resource of primary frequency response that can replace governor response, without deterioration of frequency stability.