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Photovoltaics and electric utilities

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  • Bright, R.N.
  • Leigh, R.W.

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We determine the long-term value of a grid-connected, residential photovoltaic (PV) systems. The value of the PV electricity is defined as the full avoided cost, consistent with the Public Utilities Regulatory Policies Act of 1978. A case study approach to three utility systems is used. The avoided cost is computed using a long range utility planning approach to measure revenue requirement changes in response to the time-phased introduction of PV systems into the grid. The changing value of PV electricity over a 20-year period from 1985 is presented, and the fuel and capital savings due to PV are analyzed and translated into a measure of breakeven capital investment.

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  • Bright, R.N. & Leigh, R.W., 1984. "Photovoltaics and electric utilities," Energy, Elsevier, vol. 9(2), pages 125-147.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:energy:v:9:y:1984:i:2:p:125-147
    DOI: 10.1016/0360-5442(84)90055-0
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