Regional solar power generation environment

Is solar energy a future energy resource?

The utilization of renewable energy as a future energy resource is drawing significant attention worldwide. The contribution of solar energy (including concentrating solar power (CSP) and solar photovoltaic (PV) power) to global electricity production, as one form of renewable energy sources, is generally still low, at 3.6%.

What is the solar energy potential in Shangrao?

In Shangrao, the predicted energy generation will increase by 2.22%, while Jian, Jingdezhen, and Jiujiang perform a lower solar energy generation. Collectively, by the application of the conventional PV, PV/PCM, and PVT/PCM, real solar energy potential is 2,636, 2747, and 2868 kWh/m 2, respectively.

Is solar energy a renewable resource?

Solar energy is a widely distributed, sustainable, and renewable energy source. As a renewable resource, solar energy has the capability to replace the widely used fossil fuel resource in the near future.

How can solar energy contribute to global climate mitigation?

Solar energy can contribute to the attainment of global climate mitigation goals by reducing reliance on fossil fuel energy. It is proposed that massive solar farms in the Sahara desert (e.g., 20% coverage) can produce energy enough for the world's consumption, and at the same time more rainfall and the recovery of vegetation in the desert.

What is the contribution of solar energy to global electricity production?

While the contribution of solar energy to global electricity production remains generally low at 3.6%, it has firmly established itself among other renewable energy technologies, comprising nearly 31% of the total installed renewable energy capacity in 2022 (IRENA, 2023).

Will solar power increase in Shangrao?

In general, power potential in most of the cities will decrease and thus the result will be lower power generation, even with a substantial increase in Shangrao. Therefore, before the large-scale development of solar energy is scheduled, the regional characteristics should be carefully examined.