Essays about: "hydropower planning"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 38 essays containing the words hydropower planning.

  1. 6. Intelligent hydropower : Making hydropower more efficient by utilizing machine learning for inflow forecasting

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Jakob Claesson; Sam Molavi; [2020]
    Keywords : machine learning; inflow forecasting; hydropower; HBV model; maskininlärning; tillrinningsprognostisering; vattenkraft; HBV-modell;

    Abstract : Inflow forecasting is important when planning the use of water in a hydropower plant. The process of making forecasts is characterized by using knowledge from previous events and occurrences to make predictions about the future. Traditionally, inflow is predicted using hydrological models. READ MORE

  3. 7. A Swedish Nuclear Future : Using explorative scenarios to assess energy security in low-carbon electricity systems

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Viktor Andersson; [2020]
    Keywords : Sustainable Development; Energy Security; Scenario Analysis; Low-Carbon Electricity; Nuclear Energy; Energy System Planning;

    Abstract : Positioned within the concepts of sustainable development and energy security, this study evaluates the prospects for Swedish electricity production to assist in reaching both national and international climate targets. The main purpose is to assess the capability of nuclear energy to form part of a national climate change mitigation approach, as well as a viable energy source for Sweden to rely on in the future. READ MORE

  4. 8. Optimal planning of hydropower

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för fysik och elektroteknik (IFE)

    Author : Alexander Svensson Marcial; [2020]
    Keywords : Dynamic programming; optimal control; switching; hydropower production planning;

    Abstract : We are currently witnessing a rapid expansion of renewable power production, an increase dominated by wind and solar power. These intermittent energy sources, while having low production costs, increases the uncertainty on the electrical markets. Hydropower is a renewable source of electricity that is capable of controlled production. READ MORE

  5. 9. A review of the use of scientific knowledge in environmental impact assessment reports for dam construction.

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

    Author : Memory Kamoyo; [2020]
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    Abstract : It is estimated that 3,700 major dams are either planned or under construction, notably in developing countries. Dams can pose a threat to fish diversity, as one of the biggest impacts of damming is habitat fragmentation. READ MORE

  6. 10. A cost-optimal and geospatial analysis for the power system of Sierra Leone

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Richard Budianto; [2019]
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    Abstract : In 2014, the electricity access in Sierra Leone was almost 13.1%, consisting of 42% in urban areas and 1% in rural areas. The high transmission and distribution losses in the national grid, the insufficient generation capacity, and regulatory constraints are also some of the country´s challenges in the power sector (SEforALL Africa Hub, 2018). READ MORE