Performance Analysis and Future Prospects of Solar Photovoltaic Systems: A Comprehensive Study
Keywords:
Solar PV, novel design, sustainability, renewable energy. Solar PV, pilot study, performance analysis, renewable energy
Abstract
The operational performance of a rooftop solar photovoltaic (PV) plant in Aurangabad was analyzed during January 2024 as part of this pilot study. The analysis focused on energy production, carbon offset, irradiance, and system uptime. The plant, with a capacity of 937 kWp using Emmvee Multi Crystalline 72 Cell modules, produced 4.51 MWh of electricity and achieved a carbon offset of 3.70 tons of CO₂. Despite high system uptime, actual production consistently fell short of budgeted targets due to potential environmental or operational constraints. The study highlighted the need for enhanced monitoring, predictive maintenance, and grid integration to maximize energy output and economic returns. This research aimed to improve PV system efficiency by 3%, increasing the existing 9% efficiency to 12% through design modifications and optimized operational strategies. It contributes to understanding critical factors such as solar partial shading and seasonal energy variation, offering a foundation for large-scale future studies to enhance solar PV system performance and sustainability in support of global renewable energy goals.References
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Published
2024-05-13
How to Cite
Sagar Kauthalkar, Yogesh Sathe, & Pawan D. Somavanshi. (2024). Performance Analysis and Future Prospects of Solar Photovoltaic Systems: A Comprehensive Study. Revista Electronica De Veterinaria, 25(1), 3369 - 3377. https://doi.org/10.69980/redvet.v25i1.1574
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