Author : Pallavi Pardhia, Alka Thakur [ Volume No.:XII, Issue No.V-SEP 2023] [Page No : 30-35] [2023]

Wind and solar photovoltaic (PV) systems exhibit high sensitivity to weather conditions, impacting their electricity production capabilities. This sensitivity stems from the inherent variability of these renewable sources. Consequently, there is an increasing need for rapid adjustments within energy distribution and transmission networks. This necessity arises due to the fluctuations in energy output. To address issues related to reactive power compensation and voltage fluctuations resulting from both the grid and renewable energy sources, the utilisation of a “Static Synchronous Compensator (STATCOM)” becomes relevant. The STATCOM serves as a solution to stabilise the grid by mitigating power quality concerns. This study involved the modelling of a Solar PV-Wind Hybrid Micro-grid. The primary focus was to investigate the potential of using STATCOM to enhance the operational stability of the system. The complex and nonlinear characteristics inherent in a solar-wind hybrid microgrid pose challenges to achieving optimal responses and maintaining voltage stability. Conventional methods struggle to effectively address these challenges due to the system’s intricate nature.