Solar Energy In India Research Articles

The Bright Revolution: Accelerating Adoption of Solar Energy in India’s Dynamic Landscape

The Bright Revolution: Accelerating Adoption of Solar Energy in India’s Dynamic Landscape

Change everything so that (almost) nothing changes? Investigating the territorial distribution of solar energy subsidies in rural India

ABSTRACT The current massive rollout of solar energy in India is primarily driven by private investments, with the federal and state governments facilitating sectoral investments with subsidies, preferential licensing and clearances, and corollary investments in transmission infrastructure. In this article, we draw on extensive fieldwork in the states of Rajasthan and Bihar to analytically characterise the solar rollout in contemporary India and advance the existing understanding of the territorial distribution of public solar energy funding. By attending to the multi-scalar modalities of resource allocation in the solar energy sector, our study contributes to an analysis of how public intervention has evolved in rural areas and in the power sector in a context of neoliberalisation and generates insights on the dynamics of distributive politics in contemporary India.

Blinded by sunspots: Revealing the multidimensional and intersectional inequities of solar energy in India

Studies of energy transitions have historically lacked a holistic, multi-scalar and multi-site accounting of social and environmental impacts of projects. Scholars increasingly point to the need for integrated studies that highlight impacts at various stages of lifecycles and scales of governance in the normative pursuit of energy justice. In this study, we examine the social and environmental inequities within the solar PV value chain in India from multiple scales using an original dataset and comparative case study approach, including multiple site visits and embedded ethnography. We utilized a mixed methodological approach to data collection that included household surveys (n = 120), semi-structured interviews (n = 43), focus group discussions (n = 6) and naturalistic observation (n = 9 site visits over 24 days) across the states of Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Delhi and Tamil Nadu at six different locations. We buttress recent work examining solar injustices from a ‘whole systems’ perspective, taking a multidimensional approach through an intersectional lens. Drawing from fieldwork and the literatures of energy justice and political ecology, we ask : What are the social and ecological impacts or equity concerns of each stage of the solar photovoltaic value chain in India? At each solar node, there are demographic, spatial, interspecies and temporal inequities occurring. Demographic inequities include resource dispossession, loss of livelihoods and hazards exposure for marginalized groups. Spatial inequities include distributional injustices for capital and electricity, rural land enclosures and substandard infrastructure. Interspecies inequities include ecosystem contamination, habitat destruction and imperiling wildlife. Temporal inequities include time burdens placed on marginalized groups, multi-decadal time horizons for inequitable projects to pay off and the long-term degradation of the environment. We conclude by reflecting on the stakes of solar development in India and offering policy recommendations that could engender a more equitable solar sector and chart future research agendas.

Assessment of the solar energy–agriculture–water nexus in the expanding solar energy industry of India: An initiative for sustainable resource management

The rapid expansion of solar energy in India poses challenges in the context of cropland encroachment and water-resource scarcity. To help address these challenges, we used open access satellite observations and GIS technologies over Earth Engine platform to devise the Solar Panel Index (SPI) for efficient detection of solar farms, achieving a Land use/Land cover classification accuracy of 89 %. We have used cropland, water availability, power grid and land surface temperature data-sets for generation of land suitability map. Sentinel-2 data-sets along with SPI were used to develop solar farm locations and their estimated installed capacity within the study area. The outcomes from the study depicted that over 40 % of all solar farms in the country are located on agricultural land, with the highest seen in Karnataka (73.55 %) followed by Tamil Nadu (68.81 %). Furthermore, high installed capacity coincides with low groundwater depths, exacerbating local water strain. Madhya Pradesh was found to have almost no power plant located within 5 km of surface water bodies. Our findings emphasize the significance of the solar-agriculture-water (SAW) nexus for sustainable development. Using high-resolution Land Suitability Map (LSM) as a decision-making criteria for allocating land for power generation reveals that Rajasthan holds the highest potential for solar energy installation. Our integrated approach considering the interplay between solar-energy production, agriculture, and water-resource management contributes to the sustainable growth of the solar-energy sector and regional development.

Artificial Neural Network Based Solar Prediction in Multi-Area Networks

A clean, readily accessible and renewable energy source is solar energy. The use of photovoltaic panels is a popular trend to harness solar energy for the production of electrical power. Variable generated electricity is a result of solar energy's intermittent nature. An energy management system with a solar forecast module is presented in this study. The main purpose of this study is to apply ANN for verifying and predicting solar energy in India. The output is controlled by an ANN controller. To meet the demands put forward by the Energy Management System (EMS), artificial neural networks (ANNs), a subset of statistical approaches, were selected as the prediction method. Sun rising and sun set times are included in the total of 10 input factors taken into account for solar prediction data. For the EMS to operate properly, there are needs that include accurate forecasting in the short-term prediction horizon. The Mean Square Error (MSE) parameter is used to measure performance, and all findings are implemented in the Python language. This study shows the low RMSE value of that particular area and ANN is an efficient method for this study.

The compressive study of energy security prospects in India through Solar Power

Abstract Energy security depends upon the supply and demand of electricity. Power supply volatility is a challenge in India power sector. India is mainly dependent on coal, which is not a viable long-term option. Hence the future of energy supply in India is renewable energy, and solar energy is the most prominent and reliable source of renewable energy. The solar power plant is classified as a low, medium, and high temperature based solar power plant. The low- temperature solar power plant, the collectors, are unglazed plates. In contract, medium-temperature collectors are flat plates, and high-temperature collectors concentrate sunlight using mirrors and lenses, achieving temperature and pressure up to 3000 °C and 20 bar. This article discusses the existing total energy scenario, current solar energy developments, supportive solar energy policies, and solar energy prospects. The tactics, availability, perspectives, potential, and successes of solar energy in India are discussed in this study. The authors compared the barriers to solar energy acceptance and examined the topic of social dissimilarity from a broad theoretical perspective. The study offers policymakers at the federal and state levels, as well as investors, a perspective on issues that may lead to investments in this area. The study states that solar energy could meet above 50% of electricity sector demand in India in 2040. This study determined that solar energy incidence in India is around 5000 trillion KWh (kilowatt-hours) each year. The solar energy accessible in a single year surpasses the energy output from the petroleum derivative. The average energy from the solar power plant is 0.30 kWh per m2 equal to the 1400–1800 peak rated capacity. India has many solar power facilities, making it one of the top producers of renewable energy power.

Advancements in solar technologies for sustainable development of agricultural sector in India: a comprehensive review on challenges and opportunities.

Agriculture is the main occupation of the majority of people in India. The majority of the population in India is dependent (directly or indirectly) on agriculture as an occupation. The agriculture sector requires more freshwater and power for better yield in the current scenario. Nevertheless, the ever-increasing rate of energy consumption, limited fossil fuels, and rising pollution have made the expansion of renewable resources essential. Due to the suitable solar potential available in India, the deployment of solar energy has been more as compared to other renewable resources. The current study aims to discuss the various technologies, initiatives and policies of solar energy usage in agriculture. This work delivers an assessment of the advancement of solar energy vis-à-vis agricultural applications through the greenhouse concept and photovoltaic approach in India. Various agricultural applications of solar energy, such as solar water desalination system, solar water pumping system, solar crop dryer system for food safety, etc. are discussed as a means to promote solar-based technology. It also highlights the scenario of solar energy in India with important accomplishments, developmental approaches, and future potential. In-depth studies of various policies and government initiatives including those in research and development are also discussed. The current survey on solar technologies will be an aid to agribusiness frameworks to comprehend the statuses, obstructions, and extent of advancement. Finally, some future recommendations for further developments in this approach are discussed. This work sheds light on varied areas of solar energy-assisted agricultural systems as a potentially sustainable and eco-friendly pathway.

India’s Reliance pushes into solar

India’s Reliance Industries will acquire the Norwegian solar company REC for $771 million from China National Bluestar, a specialty chemical firm. REC makes solar-grade polysilicon, as well as solar cells and panels. Reliance will also take up to a 40% stake in India’s Sterling and Wilson Solar, which is building projects capable of producing more than 11 GW of electricity. Both acquisitions will help move Reliance toward its goal of establishing 100 GW of solar energy in India by the end of the decade.

Adoption of solar energy in India: a study through interpretive structural modelling

PurposeAdoption of solar energy plays an important role in the growth of a country. There are many factors which influence the adoption of solar energy in India. The study is designed to identify factors that determine the acceptance or rejection of solar energy systems in India.Design/methodology/approachRelationship among identified variables is established through interpretive structural modelling (ISM) and thus a conceptually validated model is evolved. Further, MICMAC analysis is conducted to understand the driving power and dependence of these variables.FindingsIt is revealed that experience and habit, awareness and social influence are the intermediary variables. MICMAC Analysis shows that no variable is disconnected from the system and all the variables influence the adoption of solar energy in India.Practical implicationsThe present study is expected to be useful to decision makers, end users and research organisations related to solar energy adoption.Originality/valueVarious intentional factors influencing solar energy systems adoption have been acknowledged in the present study, thus making it useful for formulation of action plans and enhance the usage of solar energy systems to improve environment quality.

A SUSTAINABLE GROWTH OF CLEAN ENERGY IN INDIA: A TARGET 2022

The extenuation of non-conventional global energy demands and changing environments is one of the most important ingredients in recent days. A case is about the study of sun energy acquired as clean energy by the government of India (GOI). GOI announced the various schemes for solar energy (SE) in the last decades because of the tremendous growth of solar energy aspects for the non-conventional sources with the support of central and state government. This article covered the progress of solar energy in India with major achievements. In this review article, the authors are trying to show the targets of the government of India (GOI) by 2022 and his vintage battle to set up a plant of solar or clean energy in India. This paper also emphasizes the different policies of GOI to schooling the people for creating the jobs in different projects like “Make in India”. This paper projected the work of the dynamic Prime Minister of India Mr. Narendra Modi and his bravura performance to increase the targets 100 GW solar energy by 2022.

A Survey: Guiding principles, issues, and policies regarding Solar Energy in India

In this paper, a detailed review of energy resources has been carried out. In the current era, saving energy resources is the primary need for the development of the country. Solar energy is the natural energy resource that strongly supports the nation in many prospects. The government provides various policies that help people for conserving energy. Thusly, it is fundamental to consider energy and its assets. This article mainly consists of massive solar schemes or even greater transmission solar farms which produce power nationally and spread it across the network. In the event that discussion about standard energy assets, at that point it should be utilized increasingly more as it has numerous advantages, for example, no contamination, and this kind of asset is modest So in the last, it is summarized that without energy resources, human existence isn’t straightforward on the earth. Subsequently, people should be utilized by need.

OPTIMIZING THE EFFICIENCY OF SOLAR PHOTO VOLTAIC SYSTEM

India is an energy deficient country, where a large fraction of the population still does not have access to modern day energy services such as electricity. This is due to very limited fossil fuel resources and poor economy, which restrains the import of fossil fuels on a large scale. To overcome energy shortage, India needs to develop its indigenous energy resources like hydropower, solar and wind. India lies in an area of one of the highest solar insulation in the world. Accordingly, the status and outlook of solar energy use in India are discussed. It is concluded that the current infrastructure has not been able to advance the status of solar energy in India. Significant efforts are needed to effectively utilize this cheap renewable energy source.

Design and prototyping of dual axis solar tracking system for performance enhancement of solar photo-voltaic power plant

Increase in the world energy demand has made renewable energy source as one of the best option. It is finding wide utility in comparison with the other sources of energy. Solar energy is one of the major source of renewable energy. The abundance of solar energy in India makes it highly desirable to exploit but due to the limitations of technology, only a fraction of the energy can be extracted and used. This paper describes a concept for solar detection sensor implementation in Photo-Voltaic (PV) dual-axis solar tracking systems. The system uses only three units of identical light-detecting- resistors (LDR) arranged on the three sides of tetrahedron geometry and is able to track the light source position at the strongest intensity of visible light. On the basis of comparative study of outputs of all the three LDRs, the panel will tilt so as to get maximum output from the system. This system results in a wide field of view with minimum error and also has advantages in terms of sensor quantity, size of the system, accuracy and effectiveness.

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One world one sun one grid: a (modi)fication in India’s environment

With a growing population and its needs, India is moving towards more pollution and less non-renewable resources left for the future generations. In this chaotic state, one thing certain is that India’s power requirement will grow. Renewable energy plays a significant role in providing sustainable and clean energy and mitigating climate change. As energy lies at the heart of the climate dilemma, producing 100 GW of solar energy by 2022 is a commendable but ambitious goal of India under Paris Accord of Climate Change. It is evident that the development of the Indian solar energy sector hinges on the combination of legislative framework, financial mechanisms, local manufacturing sector, environmentally sound technology, etc. Despite the growing impetus of solar energy in India, there are still gaps in its governance. In this article, the author focuses on the current status, challenges and future prospects of solar energy development in India and sums up the way forward with recommendations to address some of these gaps.

A sociocultural study on solar photovoltaic energy system in India: Stratification and policy implication

Cleaner production is a simple defensive mechanism to protect the environment from pollution and depletion of resources. It is also envisioned to minimise the waste and capitalise on natural resources with effective utilization. Solar energy is a natural resource which can be converted into electricity using photovoltaic (PV) system. This article sheds insights on the implementation of solar PV system with interdisciplinary views and analyse motives and barriers for PV adoption by different citizen groups in India. A survey was conducted to understand the people's perception on solar PV energy system and to determine the level of acceptability among the citizens. The survey information was synthesised and consolidated from various perspectives and the result consigns the research findings into technical, human and socio-economic components. The findings were synthesised through cross-cultural, comparative and mixed-method research outcomes by means of Structural Equation Modelling (SEM), Dendrogram diagram and biplot interpretation. Statistical tools such as ‘IBM-SPSS Amos’ and ‘R’ language programming were also used to interpret the results. This article concludes by specifying the barriers that limit the retrofitting interventions, suggests possible measures and policies to overcome such barriers and promote solar energy in India.

A Review of Potential, Generation and Factors of Solar Energy

Abstract Power is the integral part of today’s life. Renewable energy is the demand of time because of its great advantages like non-pollutant, abundant etc. Among all the energy sources, solar energy is most promising, quiet and clean source of energy. India receives great amount of solar radiation throughout its boundaries. This study is to review the potential of solar energy in India, it’s technological development and factors of solar cell. Keywords: Fresnel reflector, inverter, Jawaharlal Nehru National Solar Mission (JNNSM), power tower, tracker Cite this Article Deependra Pandey, Amar Choudhary. A Review of Potential, Generation and Factors of Solar Energy. Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications . 2018; 5(2): 1–4p.

Current Scenario and Future Scope of Solar Energy in India

Current Scenario and Future Scope of Solar Energy in India

A Review Paper on Solar energy in India

A Review Paper on Solar energy in India

Renewable Source of Energy- Solar Energy in India

Renewable Source of Energy- Solar Energy in India