Research on Grid-connected Voltage Improvement Technologies for High-penetration Photovoltaic Power Generation

Abstract

The degradation in power quality due to the high penetration of grid-connected photovoltaic (PV) systems is a critical issue that urgently needs to be addressed in the field of renewable energy generation. Solar PV systems typically lack mechanical inertia, which means that they are unable to provide additional mechanical inertia to maintain voltage and frequency stability when the power system is subjected to external disturbances. Therefore, to ensure stable operation of the power system, alternative measures need to be relied on to maintain voltage stability. This article first analyzes the mechanism of voltage fluctuations when photovoltaic power generation is connected to the grid. It then delves into the challenges of power quality brought about by the grid integration of renewable distributed generation systems, as well as the current research status of mainstream voltage improvement technologies, customized power devices, and energy storage systems. Finally, the paper presents recommendations for improving grid voltage quality, enhancing the stability and reliability of the power system, and promoting the widespread application of renewable energy in power systems.