Title: Community Battery Energy Storage Systems for Enhancing Distribution System Operation: A Multi-objective Optimization Approach
Abstract: The growing penetration of distributed energy resources (DERs) in distribution networks (DNs) raises new operational challenges, particularly in terms of reliability and voltage regulation. In response to these challenges, we introduce an innovative DN operation framework with multi-objective optimization, leveraging community battery energy storage systems (C-BESS). The proposed framework targets two key operational objectives: first, to minimize voltage deviation, which is a concern for a distribution network service provider (DNSP), and second, to maximize the utilization of DERs on the demand side. Recognizing the conflicting nature of these objectives, we utilize C-BESS to enhance the system’s adaptability to dynamically adjust DN operations. The multi-objective optimization problem is solved using the non-dominated sorting genetic algorithm-II (NSGA-II). Case studies using real-world data are conducted to validate the effectiveness of the proposed framework. The results show significant improvements in voltage regulation and DER utilization, demonstrating the potential of C-BESS in enabling more reliable DN operation. Our findings contribute to the ongoing discourse on the role of C-BESS in DN operation enhancement and DER integration.
If time allows it in the seminar, Markus will briefly outline one piece of work on multi-objective diversity optimisation in super-resolution and inspirational image generation.
Bio: Markus is an Associate Professor at Monash University, Australia. His research focuses on single and multi-objective optimization, encompassing theory-driven algorithm development and applications in fields such as search-based software engineering and renewable energy. Notably, his team's work has been integrated into the Chrome browser. Markus has secured over AUD 11 million in funding, including AUD 1.6 million as lead investigator, from sources including the Australian Government, tech giants like Google and Facebook, and companies in the defense and energy sectors. His academic output includes over 200 publications, four of which have received best paper awards, authored in collaboration with more than 250 co-authors. Because he has called Australia home for 14 years, Markus will present in English to ensure clarity and precision in his communication :-)
When: 10am on August 27th
Where: F435 Welfengarten 1
