Abstract
Distributed energy generation is a challenge in urban areas. Conventional solar systems cannot be installed in cities (rooftop space is limited) and there is need for innovative, dual-purpose designs like BIPV, car-ports and solar walkways. Smart cities of the future would rely heavily on this philosophy. One such system design is presented in this paper that incorporates several novel concepts - solar panels on an elevated structure that generates electricity and provides shelter to pedestrians from the environment, takes care of module cleaning by an automated water management system and harvests rain water. The use of micro-inverters increases energy generation from the system and also reduces issues with shading and pedestrian safety. A pilot of the proposed design is being commissioned at a favourable location in India and analysis of the data obtained will form the basis of future development of solar system design for constrained urban spaces.
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