Reviews of using solar energy to cover the energy deficit after the recent war in Mosul city

Abstract

This study provides a review of solar energy in Iraq, as Iraq is one of the oil-rich countries that are considered more intelligent in the field of alternative energy for the post-oil era, especially as it is located near the solar belt, which makes the solar radiation of high intensity and brightness a period of the year. We must replace non-renewable energy resources (traditional or fossil fuels) with renewable (sustainable) energy resources. This renewable energy (solar energy) is possible, clean, unlimited and environmentally friendly, and it can be used in many applications of lighting, water heating and heating in the winter, and this Reduces the electricity needed during winter for this application. And if we talk about Mosul, the climate of Mosul It’s marked by high summer and cold temperatures .degrees Celsius in the middle of the day, and in December, January and February, temperatures range from -1 degrees Celsius to 8 degrees Celsius. As Iraq is suffering from electricity shortages during this time, so the Iraqi government and the local government of Mosul in particular must take serious decisions and steps to confront and overcome these challenges, and develop developed strategies, and programs of specialized and expert people to meet the increases in demands on electric power. Renewable energies such as solar and wind energy which could play a significant role in Iraq’s future , especially the solar energy covered in this study.