Performance Analysis of the Mini-grid Connected Photovoltaic System at Algiers

This paper analyses the operating performance of the Grid connected Photovoltaic (PV) System installed on the terrace of the administrative building of the Centre de Développement des Energies Renouvelables (CDER) in Algiers. We present the results of the performance evaluation of the energy installation on a typical year. Energy losses and the most significant performance of the system are quantified. During this period, the system has produced an annual 10 981 kWh of energy injected into the grid. This means an average daily energy of 30 kWh, with performance ratio between 62 and 77%. In comparison with similar systems performance in other countries, the results indicate that the power generated by the CDER grid connected PV system meets the specifications required for such systems compared to international standards.