Meteorologic/Atmospheric Effects on the Performance of Solar Photovoltaic Energy Conversion Devices

摘要

The purpose of this paper is to highlight and summarize those meteorologic/atmospheric effects on the performance of solar photovoltaic energy conversion devices (and systems). Areas of performance considered will include the production of electricity, cost, reliability, and predictably. All of these areas, as discussed above, impact the ability of photovoltaic devices, systems, and power plants to eventually become a significant source of electricity for the United States. In addition, this paper will identify the pertinent meteorologic, atmospheric, and solar radiation data required to ensure the proper research, development, design, application, and operation of photovoltaic devices, systems, and power plants. (ERA citation 09:011741)