Sudan communication base station photovoltaic power generation system 6 9MWh

Does Sudan need a solar power station?

Developing nations have a critical need to increase electricity supply. Sudan has much unrealized potential for generating solar energy, particularly in the northern region. This research study focuses on designing a 1-GW solar power station in northern Sudan using the PVsyst7.0 software program.

What are the components of a solar powered base station?

solar powered BS typically consists of PV panels, bat- teries, an integrated power unit, and the load. This section describes these components. Photovoltaic panels are arrays of solar PV cells to convert the solar energy to electricity, thus providing the power to run the base station and to charge the batteries.

Is a grid-connected PV solar plant feasible in Sudan?

As a result, the proposed grid-connected PV solar plant is considered economically, technically and environmentally feasible in Sudan. More details concerning the electrical layout, possible mechanical load, dimensions for the mounting structure and also protection, disconnection switches and metering are needed.

What are the barriers to solar energy development in Sudan?

In the case of Sudan, technology and financing of solar energy projects are still the two big barriers to solar energy development in general. Other barriers include : High economic risk of CSP technologies and lack of public/private investment. High market concentration impeding new stakeholder entry.

What is the energy source in Sudan?

Sudan is one of Africa's developing countries that has major energy issues. Its energy sources primarily comprise petroleum oil (37%), electricity (9.3%), biofuels/wastes (53.3%), and other renewable energy (RE) sources (less than 0.5%) .

Is solar power economically feasible in Sudan?

Economic calculations show that the levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) is $0.06/kWh, the discounted payback period is ~11 years and the net present value is $635 291 000. As a result, the proposed grid-connected PV solar plant is considered economically, technically and environmentally feasible in Sudan. Energy is important for sustaining life.