Techno-economic parametric assessment of solar power in India: A survey

M.S. Soni and Nikhil Gakkhar

Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2014, vol. 40, issue C, 326-334

Abstract: There are two ways by which solar energy can be harnessed viz. solar Photo-Voltaic (PV) and Concentrating Solar Power (CSP). This paper focuses on the parameters required for the commissioning of solar power plants in India using these technologies. The key parameters have been identified through the literature review and discussion with the experts. The parameters thus obtained, are classified under PV and CSP technologies and then categorized into technical and economical parameters. A survey is conducted to understand the perceptions of Indian key players in the area of solar energy and to rank forty one identified parameters. Analysis of survey shows that location of the site and direct investment cost are the highest preferred technical and economical parameters respectively. The results of this study will help decision makers and policy makers of solar technologies in India.

Keywords: Solar energy; Solar photovoltaic; Concentrating solar power; Techno-economic parameters; India (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2014
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DOI: 10.1016/j.rser.2014.07.175

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