Assessment of solar energy potential and its deployment for cleaner production in Pakistan

Rafique, M. Mujahid; Rehman, Shafiqur; Alhems, Luai M.

doi:10.1007/s12206-020-0736-9

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“…Paudyal et al 25 have shown that in 5 months in Kathmandu Nepal, dust accumulation causes about 30% loss in PV yields and that accumulation of the dust on the bottom of PVs causes permanent damage in the modules. Similar studies on performance, efficiency, optimization and environmental effects in photovoltaics were investigated by Ibrahim et al 26 ; Baseer et al 27 ; Rafigue et al 28 ; El‐Houari et al 29 …”

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confidence: 52%

Analysis of cleaning process losses in photovoltaic cells

Benli

Gürtürk

Ertürk

2022

Env Prog and Sustain Energy

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In this study, the experimental data concerning wrong cleaning methods on the output performances of the photovoltaic cells are investigated. A concept was created in the form of pre‐experiment and post‐experiment with the samples used in the experimental study. Previously, the current, voltage, and power of the photovoltaic (PV) module samples were measured and all these values were re‐determined after the application of the incorrect cleaning procedure, dust accumulation effect composed by the wind, and human mistake. The results showed that the reduction in I‐V and P‐V characteristics strongly dependent on residues of cleaning chemicals and surface damage. It was found that the I‐V and P‐V losses due to external factors were 30%–40% for I‐V and 15%–20% for P‐V. Also, it was found that the chemical agent used during the cleaning process and I‐V and P‐V losses from human error were found to be 20%–30% for I‐V and 20%–25% for P‐V.

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Section: Introductionsupporting

confidence: 52%

Analysis of cleaning process losses in photovoltaic cells

Benli

Gürtürk

Ertürk

2022

Env Prog and Sustain Energy

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“…Conversely, public investments indicate a negative relationship with GFDI, and investors do not depend on government funds. The vast potential of renewable energy sources is not appropriately utilized to overcome the energy shortage in Pakistan due to the lack of promoting policies and attractive infrastructure (Rafique et al, 2020). The present study will fill the policy gap by assuming advanced instruments in the existing policy to attract foreign investors in the solar energy sector.…”

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confidence: 98%

Green Investment for Sustainable Business Development: The Influence of Policy Instruments on Solar Technology Adoption

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Green investment in sustainable energy can overcome the dependence on fossil fuels worldwide. Renewable energy policies have become the key issue in both developing and developed countries; there is a need to focus on energy-related policies by regulatory authorities of these countries. The current study critically analyzes the performance of the existing renewable energy policy instruments to attract foreign direct investment (FDI) for solar energy development in Pakistan. We evaluate the moderating role of good governance and financial support between the nexus of renewable energy policy instruments and green FDI for the sustainable development of solar energy in the country. The present study used non-probability (purposive) sampling to collect data from 43 respondents (private investors, government officials, energy experts, and policymakers) by conveying an energy policy-related questionnaire survey. The response rate was 82.69%. The study has used partial least squares structural equation modeling to assess formulated hypotheses. The results indicate that the feed-in tariffs is the most effective policy instrument to attract FDI in the country’s solar energy sector. The fiscal measures positively impact the green FDI for solar energy. The results further reveal that good governance and financial support positively and significantly moderate the nexus of renewable energy policy instruments and green FDI for solar energy. The main barriers have been identified over the whole solar energy spectrum. The study findings provide essential policy recommendations and a considerable manual for energy-related regulators, policymakers, and government institutions to adopt advanced renewable energy policy instruments to attract FDI in Pakistan.

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“…8 Most parts of Eastern and Northern Uganda are not connected to the grid and yet they have the highest potential of solar energy. According to Rafique, 9 the distributive nature is useful in supplementing the widening gap between energy supply and demand. The characteristics of variable solar PV generation create unique challenges in planning and operating the power system.…”

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confidence: 99%