Design and simulation of the power control system of a plant for the generation of hydrogen via electrolysis, using photovoltaic solar energy

Abstract The gradual exhaustion of natural resources, particularly energy sources, and the various problems involved in their life-cycle, makes it necessary to promote a renewably derived hydrogen economy, in which hydrogen is produced from clean sources. In this paper, the control system for an installation for producing hydrogen via electrolysis using only a 250 kWp photovoltaic generator is presented. Computer simulation was used to design and confirm its correct performance. The results obtained ensure the installation's high energy yield.