Robust Collaborative Scheduling Strategy for Multi-Microgrids of Renewable Energy Based on a Non-Cooperative Game and Profit Allocation Mechanism

Abstract

The Multiple Microgrid System (MMG) facilitates synergistic complementarity among various energy sources, reduces carbon emissions, and promotes the integration of renewable energy generation. In this context, we propose a two-stage robust cooperative scheduling model for MMGs based on non-cooperative game theory and a benefit allocation mechanism. In the first stage, considering electricity price fluctuations and uncertainties in wind and solar power outputs, a robust optimization approach is applied to establish an electric energy management model for MMGs. This model enables point-to-point energy sharing among microgrids. In the second stage, addressing the benefit allocation problem for shared electric energy, we introduce a Cost Reduction Ratio Distribution (CRRD) model based on non-cooperative game theory. The generalized Nash equilibrium is utilized to determine the benefit distribution for shared electric energy. Finally, through case studies, the proposed model is validated, ensuring fair returns for each microgrid. The results indicate that the proposed model optimizes the operational states of individual microgrids, reduces operational costs for each microgrid, and lowers the overall total operational costs of the MMG system. Additionally, an investigation is conducted into the impact of electricity price uncertainty coefficients and confidence levels of wind and solar uncertainties on the operational costs of microgrids.

Keywords

• microgrids
• renewable energy
• electricity price fluctuations
• non-cooperative game
• profit allocation mechanism
• electricity sharing