تصميم ومحاكاة لنموذج منظومة توليد الطاقة النظيفة لحي سكني لمدينة مستدامة في ليبيا

Abstract

The global adoption of advanced computational tools and simulation platforms has revolutionized infrastructure planning and design. This progress has enabled the development of innovative solutions to urban sustainability challenges. Given Libya's prime location in a high solar irradiance zone, solar energy presents a strategic avenue for sustainable urban development.

This study develops, designs, and simulates an integrated model for clean energy and green hydrogen production, termed the "Namaa Energy System," to power a smart sustainable city in Libya. The system synergistically combines an alkaline electrolyzer, photovoltaic panels, PEM fuel cells, and an automated control unit. Tripoli and Ghadames serve as case studies to evaluate geographical impacts, using Aspen Plus and EES software for simulation and precise calibration.

Results indicate that the proposed system can achieve complete energy and fuel self-sufficiency for a smart city. Moreover, it can generate a significant surplus during peak solar months, enabling a transition to an export model and fostering sustainable economic growth. The system demonstrates high adaptability, with its application feasible across various Libyan cities. The required scale of the photovoltaic array can be efficiently tailored to local climatic conditions and solar resources at each specific site. This research underscores the technical viability and strategic value of integrated solar-hydrogen systems in advancing urban sustainability and energy independence for Libya.