Feasibility Analysis of Photovoltaic (PV) Grid Tied System for Indian Military Station Considering Economic & Grid Cyber-Security Aspects

Abstract

The Indian Government in its pursuant towards building energy infrastructure is providing special stimulus towards utilization of renewable energy sources. India is not only bestowed with abundant sustainable resources but also possesses the second-largest army in the world having defence establishments spread all over the country. Employment of sustainable energy in defence sector has its own constraints. The current study looks into the feasibility case study of implementing a PV grid tied system for an Indian military station. The Solar potential for the chosen military station is studied and technical potential of roof top solar panels is determined by carrying out the site survey of available infrastructure of the Indian military station. The study explains the cyber-threats by connecting PV systems with grid. A unified threat management security system is incorporated and a comprehensive feasibility analysis including the economic viability of implementing the system in a military station is carried out.