Abstract
This study presents an assessment of the feasibilityof implementing a hybrid renewable energy-basedelectric vehicle (EV) charging station at a residentialbuilding in Tripoli, Libya. Utilizing the advancedcapabilities of HOMER Grid software, the researchevaluates multiple scenarios involving combinations ofsolar and wind energy sources integrated with energystorage and the utility grid. This analysis provides anovel approach to enhancing urban energy systemswith renewable technologies in a region traditionallyreliant on fossil fuels.Furthermore, the study addresses the practical implications for local energy policy,suggesting that such hybrid systems can significantly enhance energy security and supportsustainable urban development. The authors studied five scenarios using HOMER. The resultsreveals that the annual total costs and payback periods are as follows: for Scenario 1 (wind/utilitygrid), the expenditure totals US$1,554,416 and payback period of 4.8/5.8 years; for Scenario 2(solar/wind/Utility grid), the amount is US$1,554,506 and payback period of 4.8/5.8 years; andfor Scenario 3(solar/wind/storage/utility grid), it escalates slightly to US$1,554,731, all predicatedon the utility grid tariffs and payback period of 4.8/5.8 years. Furthermore, in Scenario 4 (solar/utility grid), the annual total cost is significantly reduced to US$30,589 and a payback period of8.1/14.3 years (PDF) Feasibility Assessment of Hybrid Renewable Energy Based EV Charging Station in Libya. Available from: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/385787189_Feasibility_Assessment_of_Hybrid_Renewable_Energy_Based_EV_Charging_Station_in_Libya [accessed Jun 28 2025].