Rethinking the role of solar energy under location specific constraints
In this manuscript we evaluate the potential of photovoltaic systems to meet some dedicated energy demand in specific geographic locations. Our approach is based on location-specific constraints rather than on pre-established, location-independent methodologies or assumptions. First, we propose that...
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ftunivtroemsoe:oai:munin.uit.no:10037/21048 2023-05-15T15:06:26+02:00 Rethinking the role of solar energy under location specific constraints Eikeland, Odin Foldvik Apostoleris, Harry Santos, Sergio Ingebrigtsen, Karoline Boström, Tobias Chiesa, Matteo 2020-09-22 https://hdl.handle.net/10037/21048 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2020.118838 eng eng Elsevier Energy UiT Norges arktiske universitet: 310026 Eikeland OF, Apostoleris H, Santos S, Ingebrigtsen K, Boström TK, Chiesa M. Rethinking the role of solar energy under location specific constraints. Energy. 2020;211 FRIDAID 1838032 https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2020.118838 0360-5442 1873-6785 https://hdl.handle.net/10037/21048 openAccess Copyright 2020 The Author(s) VDP::Mathematics and natural science: 400 VDP::Matematikk og Naturvitenskap: 400 VDP::Technology: 500 VDP::Teknologi: 500 Journal article Tidsskriftartikkel Peer reviewed publishedVersion 2020 ftunivtroemsoe https://doi.org/10.1016/j.energy.2020.118838 2021-06-25T17:58:00Z In this manuscript we evaluate the potential of photovoltaic systems to meet some dedicated energy demand in specific geographic locations. Our approach is based on location-specific constraints rather than on pre-established, location-independent methodologies or assumptions. First, we propose that a thorough analysis of the socio-economic and technical possibilities of a location must act as the guide to optimize the deployment of renewables. This requires detailed knowledge of the area. Second, we propose that optimizing the exploitation of renewables by focusing on a particular location can also lead to successful outcomes with global impact. With this in mind we focus our attention on the Arctic region, known for its highly seasonal solar availability, and the challenge posed by increasing cruise ship tourism and corresponding air pollution. Our study targets Tromsø city, Norway, and we show that solar energy generation could be a strong contribution for charging cruise ships in the summer with no need for generation and transmission investments. Our study opens the door to shifting to a location specific paradigm to seek sustainable energy solutions with the possibility to have a global impact. Article in Journal/Newspaper Arctic Tromsø University of Tromsø: Munin Open Research Archive Arctic Norway Tromsø Energy 211 118838 |
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In this manuscript we evaluate the potential of photovoltaic systems to meet some dedicated energy demand in specific geographic locations. Our approach is based on location-specific constraints rather than on pre-established, location-independent methodologies or assumptions. First, we propose that a thorough analysis of the socio-economic and technical possibilities of a location must act as the guide to optimize the deployment of renewables. This requires detailed knowledge of the area. Second, we propose that optimizing the exploitation of renewables by focusing on a particular location can also lead to successful outcomes with global impact. With this in mind we focus our attention on the Arctic region, known for its highly seasonal solar availability, and the challenge posed by increasing cruise ship tourism and corresponding air pollution. Our study targets Tromsø city, Norway, and we show that solar energy generation could be a strong contribution for charging cruise ships in the summer with no need for generation and transmission investments. Our study opens the door to shifting to a location specific paradigm to seek sustainable energy solutions with the possibility to have a global impact. |
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Eikeland, Odin Foldvik Apostoleris, Harry Santos, Sergio Ingebrigtsen, Karoline Boström, Tobias Chiesa, Matteo |
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Rethinking the role of solar energy under location specific constraints |
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