Northwest Institute of Solar Power Generation

Does northwest China have a solar and wind potential?

Geographic and techno-economic quantification of Northwest China's solar and wind potential from a regional provincial perspective. With RPS, the energy potential of the Northwest China is capable of facilitating the achievement of SDG7 and carbon neutrality vision.

Should wind and solar energy be used in the arid regions?

The first is that the abundant wind and solar energy reserves in the desert, the Gobi, and the arid regions of northwest China should be used to their fullest potential.

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What is the feasible area for wind and solar energy?

This study began with an evaluation of wind and solar energy potential in northwest China. By considering terrain, climate, economic and social factors, the feasible area for wind energy was determined to be 155,6125 km 2 using the GIS + MCDM method. Additionally, the feasible area for solar energy was calculated to be 144,2692 km 2.

Does perceived risk affect wind energy development in Sweden?

In addition to traditional geographical analysis, Enevoldsen and Permien (2018) also incorporated stakeholder groups' perceived risk into the development of new wind projects in Sweden. This approach reflects a more comprehensive consideration of technological and societal challenges facing wind energy generation.

What is the economic potential of solar power?

The economic potential of solar power generation was projected to reach 79.7PWh by 2021, achieving cost parity with local coal power tariffs, as reported by Lu et al. (2021). Regarding wind energy, Liu et al. (2017) found that China's onshore wind power can generate up to 8.13PWh with a 2.5 MW wind turbine.