Maximizing solar energy production in ASEAN region: Opportunity and challenges

Goutam Kumar Dalapati; Siddhartha Ghosh; Thanseeha Sherin P A; Brindha Ramasubramanian; Aniket Samanta; Ajay Rathour; Terence Kin Shun Wong; Sabyasachi Chakrabortty; Seeram Ramakrishna; Avishek Kumar

Results in Engineering (Dec 2023)

Maximizing solar energy production in ASEAN region: Opportunity and challenges

Goutam Kumar Dalapati,
Siddhartha Ghosh,
Thanseeha Sherin P A,
Brindha Ramasubramanian,
Aniket Samanta,
Ajay Rathour,
Terence Kin Shun Wong,
Sabyasachi Chakrabortty,
Seeram Ramakrishna,
Avishek Kumar

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Goutam Kumar Dalapati: Center for Nanotechnology & Sustainability, Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Design and Engineering, National University of Singapore, 9 Engineering Drive 1, 117575, Singapore; Sunkonnect Pte Ltd., Singapore, 637141, Singapore; Corresponding author. Center for Nanotechnology & Sustainability, Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Design and Engineering, National University of Singapore, 9 Engineering Drive 1, 117575, Singapore. Sunkonnect Pte Ltd., Singapore, 637141, Singapore.
Siddhartha Ghosh: Department of Physics, SRM University AP Andhra Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, 522502, India; Corresponding author.
Thanseeha Sherin P A: Department of Physics, SRM University AP Andhra Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, 522502, India
Brindha Ramasubramanian: Center for Nanotechnology & Sustainability, Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Design and Engineering, National University of Singapore, 9 Engineering Drive 1, 117575, Singapore
Aniket Samanta: Center for Nanotechnology & Sustainability, Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Design and Engineering, National University of Singapore, 9 Engineering Drive 1, 117575, Singapore; Sunkonnect Pte Ltd., Singapore, 637141, Singapore; Department of Sciences, Amrita School of Physical Sciences, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore, 641105, India
Ajay Rathour: Center for Nanotechnology & Sustainability, Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Design and Engineering, National University of Singapore, 9 Engineering Drive 1, 117575, Singapore; Sunkonnect Pte Ltd., Singapore, 637141, Singapore; Department of Sciences, Amrita School of Physical Sciences, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Coimbatore, 641105, India
Terence Kin Shun Wong: School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Block S2, Nanyang Technological University, Nanyang Avenue, 639798, Singapore
Sabyasachi Chakrabortty: Department of Chemistry, SRM University AP Andhra Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, 522502, India; Corresponding author.
Seeram Ramakrishna: Center for Nanotechnology & Sustainability, Department of Mechanical Engineering, College of Design and Engineering, National University of Singapore, 9 Engineering Drive 1, 117575, Singapore; Corresponding author.
Avishek Kumar: Sunkonnect Pte Ltd., Singapore, 637141, Singapore

Journal volume & issue: Vol. 20
p. 101525

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The Southeast Asian (SEA) region has witnessed a relentless surge in energy demand, driven by rapid urbanization, industrialization, and economic growth. In response, the exploration and development of renewable energy sources have gained significant attention. Among these sources, solar energy has emerged as a highly promising candidate due to its remarkable growth rate. This comprehensive review article aims to analyze the challenges and opportunities involved in maximizing solar energy production in the SEA region. The article commences with a succinct introduction to electromagnetic wave spectra and emphasizes the significance of visible spectra. It then provides a comprehensive examination of gross horizontal irradiance (GHI) patterns across the SEA region. A systematic tabulation is presented, organizing the current and potential solar energy installations and outputs of ASEAN countries. The article explores the deployment of hybrid photovoltaic (PV) systems, particularly floating PV installations, as an effective strategy to reduce dependence on fossil fuels. Moreover, the utilization of Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems for optimizing solar PV output is investigated. The article further delves into critical maintenance protocols, encompassing corrective, emergency, preventive, and predictive measures, and explores the levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) to assess the profitability of solar PV installations. Lastly, the leadership of Malaysia, Indonesia, and Singapore in solar PV research is highlighted, with a specific focus on building integrated PV and floating PV research. By addressing these, this review article offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities for advancing solar energy production in the SEA region.

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ISSN: 2590-1230 (Online)
Publisher: Elsevier
Country of publisher: Netherlands
LCC subjects: Technology
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