A Review of Energy Management System Strategies for AC microgrids operating in islanded mode

The electricity demand is increasing due to environmental concerns, and economic benefits, leading to a shift towards renewable energy sources. However, the intermittent nature of renewables makes forecasting difficult. Microgrids ran help integrate small-scale renewable energy sources, energy storage systems, and non-renewable sources to address this challenge. Demand varies based on factors like time, location, season, climate, and resource availability. The primary aim of this research is to offer a thorough analysis of the latest advancements in isolated Alternating current (AC) microgrids, focusing on discussing Energy Management System (EMS) strategies. Specifically, the study emphasizes the integration of hybrid Renewable Energy Resources (RERs) with Energy Storage Systems (ESSs). Additionally, the paper presents potential research directions and future trends in this field.