Microgrids (MGs) contain a diverse mix of energy resources to provide safe and secure power to the consumers. Batteries are utilized in MGs for further energy security assurance as well as cost minimization. In this paper, an efficient approach is introduced for simultaneous energy management and optimal battery sizing to accomplish economic MG operation. Also, demand response programs are empl...

In this paper, a model for hybrid transmission expansion planning (TEP) and reactive power planning (RPP) considering demand response (DR) model has been presented. In this study RPP considered by TEP for its effects on lines capacity and reduction of system expansion costs. On the other hand the expansion of the transmission system is an important subject, especially dealing with the new i...

This paper investigates the use of electricity demand response as a new measure for fast reserves inside of an autonomous (islanded) microgrid during different operating conditions including frequency controlled disturbance and normal ones. It is worth noting that demand response programs using under-frequency relays to shed the loads is used in the past, but these programs have, however, mainl...

Integrated resource planning has been performed by electric companies, because of its multifarious benefits in power system operation. Demand Response Resources (DRRs) can be used as a virtual demand side power plant. DRRs are clustered to IncentiveBased Programs (IBPs) and Time-Based Rate Programs (TBRPs). Precise modeling of DRRs helps the system operator to investigate the impact of responsi...

Nowadays, internet of things devices are becoming more prominent since they can integrate energy management systems. However, data sharing between end-users and other external entities is a concern that must be addressed to ensure privacy. Given the above, this paper proposes trustworthy system for communities enable direct devices’ participation in demand response programs at community level. ...