A Case Study on Influence of Distributed Generation in Rural Area

In the proposed work, the investigation of a rural distribution network of Shivalli feeder which is in Dharwad
district, Karnataka, India is the locale which is frequently undergoing with the certain issues like voltage
regulation, energy loss, & peak loading conditions. Solar energy, one of the most useful and efficient renewable
sources, which is used for generation and distribution, in which the optimal allocation on distribution feeders
helps in reducing the energy loss and enhances the voltage profile. The methodology is evolved for
determining the pertinent location of distributed generation in distribution network. The simulations are
performed using Power World Simulator which indicates the reduction in energy loss and improved system
performance using distributed generation. Also, the examination for climate and metrological condition of
Dharwad district with respect to renewable energy resources availability is performed. The cost analysis for
installation and implementation of decentralized distributed generation is achieved. Finally, the study reveals
enhanced voltage profile, reduced energy loss and increased network capacity in the distribution network.
The work emphasizes the impact of distributed generation on a practical system.