Development of Optimal Design Tool of Distributed Energy Srystem for Utilization of Renewable Energy

Distributed energy system is expected to enlarge the usage of renewable energy or unused energy effectively, or to raise energy efficiency working as local energy network. Distributed energy system based on cogeneration system has high potential of energy saving due to utilizing waste heat from power generator effectively. However, unless the appropriate combination of machinery and operation is conducted, the expected performance is not achieved. In this study, we developed the optimal design method for the distributed energy system using genetic algorithms (GAs).