Power-to-fuel plants–Conceptual design and applicationsuels

Abstract

The plant design and operation strategy of a Power-to-Fuel plant depends on the electricity source and further local boundary conditions. It is possible to operate the plant within an integrated regional energy system, i.e. to benefit from low electricity prices at times with a high feed-in from renewable sources and to provide ancillary services to the electricity grid. It is also possible to utilize sunny and windy locations worldwide for the dedicated generation of electricity and the direct downstream production of electricity-based fuels. A Power-to-Fuel plant model and technology and cost outlooks for key components are used to optimize plant layout and operation regarding capital and operational expenditures. This is used to predict production costs of electricity-based fuels at different locations worldwide.