Research on the optimal scheduling strategy of the integrated energy system of electricity to hydrogen under the stepped carbon trading mechanism

Under the guidance of energy-saving and emission reduction goals, a low-carbon economic operation method for integrated energy systems (IES) has been proposed. This strategy aims to enhance energy utilization efficiency, bolster equipment operational flexibility, and significantly cut down on carbon emissions from the IES. Firstly, a thorough exploration of the two-stage operational framework of Power-to-Gas (P2G) technology is conducted. Electrolyzers, methane reactors, and hydrogen fuel cells (HFCs) are introduced as replacements for traditional P2G equipment, with the objective of harnessing the multiple benefits of hydrogen energy. Secondly, a cogeneration and HFC operational strategy with adjustable heat-to-electricity ratio is introduced to further enhance the IES’s low-carbon and economic performance. Finally, a step-by-step carbon trading mechanism is introduced to effectively steer the IES towards carbon emission control.