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Global solar radiation: Multiple on-site assessments in Abu Dhabi, UAE

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  • El Chaar, Lana
  • Lamont, Lisa A.

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Renewable energy technology and in particular solar energy is being considered worldwide due to the fluctuations in oil prices, global warming and the growing demand for energy supply. This paper investigates the climate conditions available in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in particular Abu Dhabi to implement Photovoltaic (PV) technology. Measured solar radiation was analyzed for five different geographical locations to ensure the suitability of this region. Hourly, daily and monthly global horizontal irradiation (GHI) were collected and processed. Statistical methods were used to evaluate the computed GHI and showed high values especially during the summer period. Moreover, clearness index was calculated to investigate the frequency of cloudy sky days and results have shown a high percentage of clear days during the year. This paper highlights a promising future for Abu Dhabi in the solar energy sector and in particular Photovoltaic (PV) technology.

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  • El Chaar, Lana & Lamont, Lisa A., 2010. "Global solar radiation: Multiple on-site assessments in Abu Dhabi, UAE," Renewable Energy, Elsevier, vol. 35(7), pages 1596-1601.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:renene:v:35:y:2010:i:7:p:1596-1601
    DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2009.10.007
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