ABSTRACT
Chapter 8 rigorously examines hybrid energy generation technologies. How is hybrid generation defined? Hybrid generation systems from the perspective of microgrids involve the use of multiple generation and storage systems. The generation technologies used in microgrids have shortcomings which must be addressed to successfully apply microgrids. Microgrids can use multiple electricity generation technologies such as combinations of renewable fuels and fossil fuels. The idea is to find creative solutions to overcome shortcomings inherent in the use of any single fuel, thus meeting the goal of providing stable and resilient power. There are innumerable combinations of generation systems that are possible. A few examples include combining diesel with renewable energy, combining solar thermal or photovoltaic with wind power, and using fuel cells or nuclear energy with renewables. Renewable co-generation and trigeneration systems are available for microgrid deployment. Storage technologies are often included as a key component of hybrid systems.
