Solar Desalination: Current Applications and Future Potential in MENA Region – A Case Study

Maftouh, Abderrahim; Fatni, Omkaltoume El; Bouzekri, Siham; Bahaj, Tarik; Kacimi, Ilias; Hajjaji, Souad El; Malik, Abeera

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“…These findings bolster confidence in selecting PVsyst for the study, and the paper should also guide other researchers in choosing a PV simulation software tailored to their specific needs. Importantly, the obtained results align with a previous study conducted by the Department of New and Renewable Energy (DNRE) and The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI), reinforcing the credibility of the findings through convergence with high-quality prior work [28,29].…”

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“…Notably, comparative studies of simulation software for solar systems remain scarce in the literature. However, a study conducted by the Department of New and Renewable Energy (DNRE) and The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) has evaluated seven commonly used photovoltaic simulation software packages (Homer Pro, PV F-Chart, PV Planner, PVsyst, RETScreen, SAM, and Solar Pro) based on various criteria, including functions, user interface, historical meteorological data, module information, and pricing [28,29].…”

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Comparative Analysis of Energy Production and Simulation Software for Photovoltaic Systems in Multiple Moroccan Sites

Faouzi,

El Fatni,

Maftouh

et al. 2023

JERA

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This paper presents a comprehensive study conducted as part of the Propre.ma's project, comparing data from several identical photovoltaic systems installed at multiple sites in Morocco. The project capitalizes on twenty distinct locations equipped with the same solar photovoltaic system and three varieties of solar modules (Mono-si, Poly-si, and Amorphous-si) with nearly identical rated power (2kWp) and a standardized 2 kW inverter. The main objectives are to compare the energy production of different solar photovoltaic systems over two years (2015 to 2016) and to assess the performance of PVsyst and SAM simulation software, renowned for their precision. The study reveals that Mono-si and Poly-si systems produce higher energy outputs than Amorphous-si. Moreover, PVsyst demonstrates closer alignment with real-world energy production rates across all technologies (Mono-si, Poly-si, and Amorphous-si) compared to SAM. This research represents a pioneering effort in evaluating simulation software for photovoltaic systems deployed across multiple sites, providing valuable insights for future solar energy projects and technological advancements.

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Comparative Analysis of Energy Production and Simulation Software for Photovoltaic Systems in Multiple Moroccan Sites

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Maftouh

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“…[8] Therefore, attention has been paid to the treatment of lead-containing wastewater. Conventional methods for Pb 2 + treatment include adsorption, [9] chemical precipitation, [10] ion exchange, [11] chemical oxidation, [12] membrane filtration. [13] Among them, adsorption technology has received extensive attention due to its advantages of low cost, high efficiency, easy operation and regeneration, and ecofriendliness.…”

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Synthesis of Magnesium hydroxide Whisker‐encapsulated Carbonized Chitosan and Basic Magnesium Carbonate Composite for Efficient Pb(II) Removal

Gong,

Zhu,

Yao

et al. 2024

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In this study, for magnesium hydroxide adsorbents, hydrothermal doping strategies were used to change their surface and structural properties to enhance adsorption. A novel adsorbent was prepared and used to remove low concentrations (<100 mg ⋅ L−1) of Pb2+ from water. The structure of the adsorbent was characterized a series of characterization methods with X‐ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy, thermogravimetric analysis, fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, nitrogen adsorption‐desorption isotherms, and X‐ray photoelectron spectroscopy. The results showed that the adsorbent was a whisker composed of magnesium hydroxide, carbonized chitosan and basic magnesium carbonate (BMC@Mg(OH)2/CCS) with a specific surface area of 84.35 m2 ⋅ g−1, much higher than that of pure magnesium hydroxide whisker (37.84 m2/g). The adsorption isotherm, kinetic, and thermodynamic properties of the adsorbent for lead ions were studied in detail by batch adsorption. The Langmuir model fits the adsorption isotherm better, and the adsorption capacity is 416.67 mg ⋅ g−1. The adsorption mechanism, which mainly involves chemical precipitation and ligand chelation, is discussed.

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Economic feasibility of solar-powered reverse osmosis water desalination: a comparative systemic review

Maftouh

Fatni

Bouzekri

et al. 2022

Environ Sci Pollut Res

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Due to disparities in the allocation of rainwater and drought, extreme exploitation of groundwater reservoirs has depleted water supplies in many locations. In addition, improper disposal of domestic and industrial waste leads to poor drainage and deterioration of water quality. According to studies, desalination methods are an effective solution for treating sea and brackish water and making it usable in daily life. Solarpowered desalination has recently received a great deal of attention around the world. Previously, most experimental studies focused on the use of solar energy in traditional desalination methods such as multistage ash and multi-effect distillation. Desalination with reverse osmosis has become popular due membrane technology improvement and bene ts like high recovery ratios and low energy consumption. This article aims to comparatively and systematically review the economic feasibility of the use of solar photovoltaic reverse osmosis in desalination in Morocco and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. HighlightsThe Middle East and North African (MENA) countries are advantageously located in the sunbelt region.Desalination is the solution to the scarcity of freashwater in the mostly arid MENA region.Increasing energy prices and climate change concerns imply a need for a sustainable and green solution.Solar-powered desalination technology is both cost-effective and environmentally friendly. Solar-powered reverse osmosis is more economically feasible and less polluting than other rechnologies. 2008Energy Policy

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Solar Desalination: Current Applications and Future Potential in MENA Region – A Case Study

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Comparative Analysis of Energy Production and Simulation Software for Photovoltaic Systems in Multiple Moroccan Sites

Comparative Analysis of Energy Production and Simulation Software for Photovoltaic Systems in Multiple Moroccan Sites

Synthesis of Magnesium hydroxide Whisker‐encapsulated Carbonized Chitosan and Basic Magnesium Carbonate Composite for Efficient Pb(II) Removal

Economic feasibility of solar-powered reverse osmosis water desalination: a comparative systemic review

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