Geographical examination points for wind power and photovoltaic power generation

What is the wind and PV power generation potential of China?

The wind and PV power generation potential of China is about 95.84 PWh, which is approximately 13 times the electricity demand of China in 2020. The rich areas of wind power generation are mainly distributed in the western, northern, and coastal provinces of China.

Are wind and PV resource meteorological–electrical characteristic divisions possible in China?

In this paper, based on the massive long-term meteorological data, combined with the EOF and spatial clustering analysis methods, the wind and PV resource meteorological–electrical characteristic divisions in China were proposed for the first time.

What is the potential of PV power generation in highly suitable areas?

In highly suitable areas, the theoretical annual potential of PV power generation was 8.57 × 10 6 GWh. Overall, although the potential of PV power generation in highly suitable areas was not the highest, the theoretical potential of highly suitable areas was also very impressive.

Which regions favor wind power generation?

We identified regions with high power densities, low seasonal variability, and limited weather fluctuations that favor wind power generation, such as the American Midwest, Australia, the Sahara, Argentina, Central Asia, and Southern Africa.

Which geospatial data is best for field-scale solar PV and wind installations?

Two final datasets were produced that represent the best publicly available global, harmonized geospatial data for field-scale solar PV and wind installations (Fig. 5). We provide vector data (point and polygon) for grouped installations (more than two features; Methods), in Eckert IV equal area projection.

How do we assess the suitability of PV power generation?

High-quality solar energy resources are the most fundamental necessity for suitability assessments of PV power generation. An analytical hierarchy process (AHP) and geographical information systems (GIS) were widely used to assess the suitability of PV power generation [ 8, 9 ].