DESIGN OF RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS AND BUILDING ENERGY-USE ANALYSIS FOR EL-FASHER CITY, NORTH DARFUR STATE, SUDAN

Abstract

This thesis investigates the process of design of renewable energy systems and building energyuse analysis for El-Fasher City, North Darfur State, Sudan. First, a solar photovoltaic system for homes in El-Fasher City, Sudan, is designed. A robust tool for techno-economic analysis of renewable energy projects, System Advisor Model (SAM), is incorporated into the design process. The study then proceeds to examine how SAM may be used in the design of a communityscale wind turbine system at the same site. The combination of wind power and solar photovoltaics has the potential to improve the community's sustainability and resilience by creating a more diverse and reliable renewable energy mix. However, in this study both these systems have been designed and analysed separately. The second part of the study comprises utilizing Open Studio and Energy Plus to model the energy performances of a building, with the help of SketchUp for geometric representation, while considering two structures of the same floor area but varied geometric facilities. Weather file data and design days (DDY) have been used as reliable modelling inputs for this analysis. By taking into consideration local weather patterns, this method makes accurate forecasts about energy use and performance. This study demonstrates how SAM, Open Studio, and Energy Plus may be used together for building energy-use analysis and renewable energy system optimization, highlighting the significance of software integration in the design and modelling process. The findings of this study contribute to the development of sustainable energy practices by providing a systematic approach to the planning of renewable energy systems that are adapted to individual locations. The results are meant to educate policymakers, academics, and practitioners to encourage the use of renewable energy solutions that are both efficient and successful.