Photovoltaic System Applications in Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review to identify a road map for future opportunities

dc.contributor.advisorBrousseau, Emmanuel
dc.contributor.authorAlzahrani, Jamaan Ramadan
dc.date.accessioned2024-12-23T06:29:33Z
dc.date.issued2024
dc.description.abstractThis study presents a systematic review of photovoltaic (PV) system applications in Saudi Arabia, exploring the potential, challenges, and opportunities for solar energy adoption within the framework of Vision 2030. The research examines how PV technology could help diversify the Kingdom’s energy portfolio, reduce carbon emissions, and promote sustainability. Using a systematic review methodology aligned with PRISMA guidelines, 148 studies were analyzed to evaluate current trends, sectoral applications, and barriers to PV integration. The findings highlight that PV adoption in Saudi Arabia is driven by abundant solar resources, decreasing installation costs, and supportive government policies. Applications extend across residential, commercial, industrial, and utility-scale sectors, with emerging interest in off-grid solutions and transportation projects. However, challenges such as economic barriers, regulatory constraints, and cultural resistance persist, hindering widespread implementation. The study identifies key themes, including the need for public-private partnerships, enhanced policy frameworks, and innovative financing models. Recommendations emphasize accelerating PV deployment through infrastructure development, regulatory reforms, and educational initiatives aimed at promoting public acceptance. This research contributes to Saudi Arabia’s energy transition by offering insights that could guide policymakers, investors, and stakeholders in expanding PV adoption. The integration of solar energy with complementary technologies such as wind and geothermal power is also proposed to ensure a sustainable, diversified energy future for the Kingdom.
dc.format.extent91
dc.identifier.citationCardiff Harvard Style
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14154/74378
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherCardiff University
dc.subjectRenewable energy
dc.subjectPhotovoltaic systems
dc.subjectSolar energy
dc.subjectPV applications
dc.subjectSaudi Arabia
dc.titlePhotovoltaic System Applications in Saudi Arabia: A Systematic Review to identify a road map for future opportunities
dc.typeThesis
sdl.degree.departmentMechanical Engineering
sdl.degree.disciplineAdvanced Mechanical Engineering
sdl.degree.grantorCardiff University
sdl.degree.nameMasters Degree

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