Multi-objective optimization of batteries and hydrogen storage technologies for remote photovoltaic systems

An application for the site of La Nouvelle in the French overseas island of La Réunion is proposed. It points up a strong cost advantage by using lead-acid (Pb-A) batteries in the short term and a mitigated solution for the mid term between Pb-A batteries and Gaseous hydrogen (GH2). These choices depend on the cost, the occupied area and the local pollution and, of course, legislation.