Abstract
The objective of this study is to use a Fuzzy Analytic Hierarchy Process (Fuzzy AHP) and geographical mapping models using Geographical Information System (GIS) to locate the most appropriate sites for solar energy farms in Shodirwan region in Iran. GIS interpolation showed that annual solar insolation in Shodirwan is very good and can be used for potential solar farm locations. The average of solar insolation in the region is 5.12 kWh/m2/day annually. Results showed that 18.25% of the Shodirwan area is exploitable as solar farms. With a conversion efficiency of 10% and area factor of 70%, annual electricity production for the exploitable area is roughly 16100 GWh. Land suitability analysis for solar farms implementation was carried out and overlay results obtained from the analysis of the resultant maps showed that 13.98% and 3.79% of the total land area demonstrate high and good suitability levels, respectively. The total electricity generation potential from both highly and good suitability levels in Shodirwan region was about 15,690 GWh annually.
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