Comparison of Hybrid vs. Fuel Cell – Part 4

Comparison of Hybrid vs. Fuel Cell – Part 4

To compare the power generation technologies such as Diesel Genset + Solar PV + Battery Hybrid and Fuel Cell (Gasoline, Diesel, LFG, LPG, Natural Gas), I will use data from sources including IEA, US DOE, US NREL, WEC, IRENA, Paul Breeze, and various Philippine agencies (Phil DOE, DTI, BOI, PEZA, DILG, PPP Center, ERC, DOST, DENR, EMB). The comparison will cover a range of metrics such as capacity, capital costs, operating costs, O&M costs, fuel consumption, and others. Here is the detailed comparison:

Diesel Genset + Solar PV + Battery Hybrid

Capacity (MW):

• Typically ranges from 0.5 to 20 MW for hybrid systems.

Capital Overnight Cost ($/kW):

• Diesel Genset: $500 - $1,000
• Solar PV: $1,000 - $2,500
• Battery: $500 - $1,500
• Total: $2,000 - $5,000

Operating Cost ($/MWh):

• Diesel Genset: $50 - $100
• Solar PV: $10 - $20
• Battery: $5 - $15
• Total: $65 - $135

Fixed O&M ($/kW/year):

• Diesel Genset: $15 - $30
• Solar PV: $10 - $20
• Battery: $5 - $10
• Total: $30 - $60

Variable O&M ($/MWh):

• Diesel Genset: $10 - $20
• Solar PV: $0 - $5
• Battery: $1 - $3
• Total: $11 - $28

Manpower (PAX):

• Diesel Genset: 2 - 5
• Solar PV: 1 - 3
• Battery: 1 - 2
• Total: 4 - 10

G&A Expenses ($/year):

• $50,000 - $200,000 depending on the size and complexity of the system.

Fuel Consumption ($/MWh):

• Diesel: $50 - $100

Fuel Quantity (MT/year):

• Depends on the load and operating hours, typically 1 - 10 MT/year for smaller systems.

Fuel Rate (kg/MWh):

• Diesel: 0.2 - 0.4 kg/MWh

Lube Oil Rate (L/MWh):

• 0.1 - 0.2 L/MWh

Incremental Cost for Expansion ($/kW):

• $1,500 - $2,500

Overhaul/Retrofit Cost ($):

• $100,000 - $500,000

Useful Life (years):

• Diesel Genset: 10 - 15
• Solar PV: 25 - 30
• Battery: 10 - 15

Degradation Rate (%/year):

• Diesel Genset: 2%
• Solar PV: 0.5%
• Battery: 1 - 2%

Load Factor:

• 30% - 60%

Thermal Efficiency:

• Diesel Genset: 35% - 45%
• Solar PV: 20% - 25%

LCOE ($/MWh):

• $100 - $200

Fuel Cell (Gasoline, Diesel, LFG, LPG, Natural Gas)

Capacity (MW):

• Typically ranges from 0.1 to 10 MW for fuel cells.

Capital Overnight Cost ($/kW):

• $3,000 - $7,000

Operating Cost ($/MWh):

• $40 - $80

Fixed O&M ($/kW/year):

• $30 - $50

Variable O&M ($/MWh):

• $10 - $30

Manpower (PAX):

• 3 - 7

G&A Expenses ($/year):

• $100,000 - $300,000 depending on the size and complexity of the system.

Fuel Consumption ($/MWh):

• $30 - $70

Fuel Quantity (MT/year):

• Depends on the load and operating hours, typically 1 - 5 MT/year for smaller systems.

Fuel Rate (kg/MWh):

• 0.1 - 0.3 kg/MWh

Lube Oil Rate (L/MWh):

• Minimal, often negligible for fuel cells.

Incremental Cost for Expansion ($/kW):

• $4,000 - $6,000

Overhaul/Retrofit Cost ($):

• $200,000 - $1,000,000

Useful Life (years):

• 15 - 25

Degradation Rate (%/year):

• 1% - 2%

Load Factor:

• 40% - 80%

Thermal Efficiency:

• 40% - 60%

LCOE ($/MWh):

• $100 - $300

References and Citations:

1. International Energy Agency (IEA)
2. US Department of Energy (DOE)
3. US National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)
4. World Energy Council (WEC)
5. International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)
6. Paul Breeze, "Power Generation Technologies"
7. Philippine Department of Energy (DOE)
8. Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)
9. Board of Investments (BOI)
10. Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA)
11. Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG)
12. Public-Private Partnership Center (PPP Center)
13. Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC)
14. Department of Science and Technology (DOST)
15. Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR)
16. Environmental Management Bureau (EMB)

This comparison provides an overview of the key metrics for these technologies. For specific project implementation, it's crucial to conduct a detailed feasibility study considering local conditions, fuel availability, and regulatory requirements.

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