Evaluation and Analysis of Sustainable Micro Grids and Communication Policy: A Test Case of Balochistan /

Abstract

Balochistan lies in the southern part of Pakistan with abundance of renewable energy prospects. The region consists huge potential for solar and wind energy. Many renewable projects have been planned for this region although the rural aspect of population distribution develops transmission and distribution issues. To cater such problems, micro grids are proposed for Balochistan. Since CPEC and other projects are planned for this region, the demand is further expected to grow. The self-sufficient system proposed in this system analysis the solar potential of these regions, the impact on the environment and as well communication protocols. Communication is important since virtual power plants and smart grid implementation would require micro grids to interact with each other in any efficient way. Since the grid is distributed grid and there was a need for the micro grids to communicate with each other. There are many wireless communication protocols but keeping in mind the efficiency, cost, high data transfer rate and coverage range, Wi-MAX is proved to be the optimal communication protocol for Gwadar and Jiwani region. The paper analyzes the potential technical proficiency for this communication protocol. The test case has been discussed for the cities of Jiwani and Gwadar, where distances and bandwidth for selection of best protocol can be implemented in the near future.