The analysis of impacts of a PV system on the distribution system reliability

Currently, with the increase in demand energy in line with the growing population, the use of alternative energy sources has increased. As the use of renewable energy sources is on the rise, especially the widespread use of solar energy is increasing. The use of solar energy, which is seen as a clean and economical alternative, causes some negative effects. Distribution networks are located between the consumer demanding energy and the electricity transmission system. The consumer wants economic and quality electricity. In case of any failure that may occur in the system, only the region where the distribution network is located is affected and this situation is undesirable. Reliability is called the ability of distribution systems to perform the desired tasks during the operating period. Each element connected to distribution networks must be analyzed to avoid any problems. In this thesis, reliability analysis of a solar power plant integrated into the distribution system was performed. The results of the analysis were shared at the end of the study. Key Words: solar energy, distribution networks, reliability analysis