Analysis and optimization of small modular reactors contribution to the power production of Greece
Following the global trend for carbon-free energy production, Greece shut down most of its coal power plants and installed solar and wind systems for electricity production. Due to the time variations in the energy production of these systems, a complementary power source is needed, with th...
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| Language: | English |
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VINCA Institute of Nuclear Sciences
2024-01-01
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| Series: | Nuclear Technology and Radiation Protection |
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| Online Access: | https://doiserbia.nb.rs/img/doi/1451-3994/2024/1451-39942403173K.pdf |
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| Summary: | Following the global trend for carbon-free energy production, Greece shut
down most of its coal power plants and installed solar and wind systems for
electricity production. Due to the time variations in the energy production
of these systems, a complementary power source is needed, with the ability
to change its output on demand. Small modular reactors combine zero-carbon
emissions with the ability to vary the power production on demand. The
objective of this study is to examine the energetic competitiveness of
five appropriately selected small modular reactors compared to the total
power production of coal power plants in Greece. The daily and monthly
distribution of generated energy of the previous year (2023) is analyzed to
demonstrate the potential operation of small modular reactors in Greece's
electrical grid. The outcome addresses whether deploying a small modular
reactor is energetically beneficial for Greece and indicates the number of
modules required or how many small modular reactors, in combination with
renewable sources, can meet the demand. The annual coal power plant
production of Greece of 4.5 TWh can be substituted with one multi-module
small modular reactor or a combination of them, appropriately located. |
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| ISSN: | 1451-3994 1452-8185 |