chapter 5
Solar Site Evaluation
THE SOLAR SITE EVALUATION is the key to determining the viability of a photovoltaic (PV) system. As discussed in Chapter 4, there are many components to a site evaluation. Each component is equally important.
Local considerations such as microclimate, shading, and land area requirements differ with each site. Some relevant information such as the sun’s path and regional insolation is typically similar between nearby sites. You should not assume that they are entirely the same. Economic factors must also be considered and the site evaluation will be important in making the final economic decisions. PV is not economically sound in every situation.
This chapter furthers the discussion from Chapter 4. In addition to ...
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